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Museo del Carnaval de Isla Cristina
The town's main museum explains local fishing history, tuna industry, and maritime culture through practical exhibits and community memory.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Isla Cristina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Isla Cristina will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 buses from Madrid to Isla Cristina, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 475 km distance in an average of 8 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 9 h 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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Buses from Madrid to Isla Cristina run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 295 miles (475 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 295 miles (475 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 16m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Isla Cristina.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator iryo | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Renfe ALVIA | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 07:36AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h46 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator Renfe ALVIA | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Renfe AVLO | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Renfe INTERCITY | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator Renfe AVLO | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator Renfe ALVIA | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €105 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Isla Cristina buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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BASE | 11:15 PM AEROPUERTO MADRID T-1 | 9h00 | 8:15 AM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 11:59 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h16 | 8:15 AM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The town's main museum explains local fishing history, tuna industry, and maritime culture through practical exhibits and community memory.
Museum focused on Isla Cristina's celebrated carnival, with costumes, posters, and songs that reveal a defining local cultural tradition.
Nearby visitor center for the protected marshes, with environmental interpretation that complements Isla Cristina's waterfront identity.
The town's main urban beach offers a broad sandy shoreline, easy access, and a lively promenade ideal for classic seaside walks.
Protected marshland park rich in birdlife and tidal scenery, excellent for nature walks and understanding the town's coastal ecosystem.
Long beach backed by dunes and pine groves, popular for quieter walks and a more natural Atlantic coastal atmosphere.
Fresh local prawns from the Huelva coast, prized for their sweet flavor and usually served simply boiled to showcase the catch from Isla Cristina's fishing fleet.
Salt-cured tuna roe, sliced thin and served as a tapa. It is a classic coastal delicacy linked to the town's tuna and salting traditions.
Small local cuttlefish grilled or fried with garlic and parsley. A staple in beach bars, celebrated for the freshness of Isla Cristina's seafood.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish, and rice dishes in a polished but relaxed setting near the waterfront.
Popular traditional venue for fried fish, prawns, and classic Andalusian tapas. Casual atmosphere and strong local reputation.
Well-known dining room specializing in refined seafood and regional cuisine, suited to a longer sit-down meal with local wines.
Moderate for Spain’s coast: lodging rises in summer, but tapas, casual meals, and local buses stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
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Most Madrid to Isla Cristina buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Isla Cristina 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, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 is 11 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 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 La Pausa (0.2 km), Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departure area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Elevators, ramps.
Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses. ATMs are available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses.
Ticket office support is available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses.
Available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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