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Museo Arqueológico de Dénia
Archaeological museum inside Dénia Castle with Iberian, Roman, Islamic, and medieval finds that explain the city’s long history.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 46 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Denia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Denia will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 19 buses that leave Madrid for Denia on Fri, Jul 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct buses cover the 370 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Supra Economy · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Denia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Denia:
A bus is $36 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Denia costing on average $87 (€87).
Other travel options to Denia take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€51) compared to roughly $72 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€22). The journey takes 5h 26m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:29PM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Denia buses for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 PM Madrid | 3h50 | 7:50 PM Denia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Madrid | 4h30 | 9:00 PM Denia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Madrid | 4h30 | 11:30 PM Denia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Madrid | 4h10 | 11:30 PM Denia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Madrid | 4h00 | 1:30 AM Denia | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h40 | 2:10 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h20 | 3:50 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06072+ Normal | 7:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h45 | 5:30 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06072+ Normal | 7:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h45 | 5:30 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06072+ Normal | 7:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h20 | 2:05 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 8:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h05 | 3:20 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06092+ Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h00 | 5:30 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06092+ Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h59 | 6:29 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 6:30 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h30 | 6:00 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06102+ Normal | 10:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h45 | 5:30 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
06102+ Normal | 10:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h44 | 6:29 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h30 | 10:15 PM Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Denia run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€48) but you can travel from only $33 (€33) by flight.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€48) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Denia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Denia trip today.
Archaeological museum inside Dénia Castle with Iberian, Roman, Islamic, and medieval finds that explain the city’s long history.
Ethnological museum in a historic townhouse showing bourgeois life and the raisin trade that shaped 19th-century Dénia.
Sea museum focused on Dénia’s maritime past, shipping, fishing, and port life. A strong choice for understanding the city’s coastal identity.
Traditional fishing quarter with colorful houses, small squares, and strong local character. One of the best areas for a relaxed heritage walk.
Scenic seafront promenade along the rocky coast of Las Rotas. Popular for walking, sea views, and access to coves and natural scenery.
Protected marine and coastal area known for clear water, rocky inlets, and peaceful walking stretches near the Montgó reserve.
Red prawn from Dénia, prized for its deep sea flavor and tender texture. It is the town’s signature seafood and a major part of local culinary identity.
Rice cooked in fish stock with monkfish, squid and shellfish. A classic Dénia coast dish that highlights the port’s fresh catch.
Baked rice made with stock, often with pork, sausage, chickpeas and vegetables. Popular across Valencia and commonly found in traditional Dénia eateries.
Michelin-starred restaurant by Quique Dacosta, known for creative Mediterranean tasting menus and refined service.
Stylish restaurant near the marina specializing in Dénia red prawn, rice dishes and polished modern Mediterranean cuisine.
Traditional spot in central Dénia popular for tapas, local seafood and classic Valencian flavors in a casual setting.
Moderate for Spain's coast: stays rise in summer, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable versus larger resort cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is fine. For taxis, round up the fare.
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Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) -> Plaça del Consell, Dénia
The Madrid Denia bus line covers the approximately 450 kilometres that separate the two cities in less than 7 hours. This is an itinerary with a large influx of travellers, especially in summer, the period of the year in which there are more daily departures.
The companies that manage the Madrid Denia bus line are Alsa and Eurolines. In both cases, standard coaches are chartered and in some Alsa trips, premium coaches are used, with larger seats and free WiFi.
The journey time of the Madrid Denia buses is variable and depends on the number of intermediate stops. The express itinerary completes the route in 6 hours and a half, while the longest reaches 8 hours and a half. These routes are direct, although stops are made in cities such as Albacete or Calpe.
Normally, the Madrid Denia bus line offers 1 or 2 daily departures in the afternoon. However, in the summer, you can get 9 services a day, from early in the morning until night. Some journeys, therefore, are made at dawn.
Station of Madrid Sur: popularly known as Méndez Álvaro, is one of the most important in the city. Therefore, it has many services, such as toilets, shops, restaurants, police station, pharmacy, waiting area ... In addition, it is well connected to the transport network, as it has a metro stop on line 6 and a station on local lines C1, C5, C7 and C10. It also has stops for city buses, intercity buses and taxis. It's about 3 kilometers from downtown and about 10 minutes from Atocha.
Due to the renovation of this transport infrastructure, the Madrid Denia bus line can end at the old stop in the Archiduque Carlos square or at the new station in José Moncho Ferrer street. We therefore recommend that you consult this information beforehand. In both cases, these are surface stops, without catering or commercial premises, although it is possible to find them in the immediate vicinity. The distance between the two sites is 500 metres. The port of Denia is about 15-20 minutes walk from them.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Denia by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Denia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Denia buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Dénia, Estación de Autobuses (Carrer Jose Moncho Ferrer) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Denia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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