The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to El Escorial
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to El Escorial is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to El Escorial will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for El Escorial on Fri, Nov 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 30 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Madrid to El Escorial
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to El Escorial among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€5 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Madrid to El Escorial Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Live departures
Madrid to El Escorial bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to El Escorial buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 PM Madrid | 0h20 | 5:00 PM El Escorial | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Madrid | 0h20 | 5:20 PM El Escorial | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Madrid | 0h20 | 6:20 PM El Escorial | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Madrid | 0h30 | 7:00 PM El Escorial | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM Madrid | 0h20 | 7:20 AM El Escorial | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to El Escorial
Buses from Madrid to El Escorial run on average 5 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 12:15, the last at 17:40. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 5m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5m |
First bus 12:15 |
Last bus 17:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid from Madrid to El EscorialYou can travel by bus between Madrid to El Escorial with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid
FAQs: Bus from Madrid to El Escorial
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to El Escorial 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 El Escorial, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
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