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Museo de Jaén
The city’s main archaeological and fine arts museum, known for Iberian sculptures and regional collections that give strong context to Jaén’s history.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Jaén is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Jaén will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Jaén on Sun, May 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 5 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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0601Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Jaén among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$44 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $300 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Jaén:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Jaén costing on average $47 (€38).
A bus is $255 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Jaén costing on average $300 (€241).
Other travel options to Jaén take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 26m.
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $69 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 3h 26m versus 3h 15m 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 Samar, BlaBlaCar.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Jaén buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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0600 | 9:00 AM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 3h50 | 12:50 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
0603 | 3:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 4h00 | 7:30 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Jaén run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 7:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Jaén — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Jaén trip today.
The city’s main archaeological and fine arts museum, known for Iberian sculptures and regional collections that give strong context to Jaén’s history.
A major modern museum focused on Iberian culture, with high-quality interpretation and one of the most important collections dedicated to this ancient civilization in Spain.
A cultural complex housing exhibitions and access to the famous Arab Baths, combining history, art, and heritage in one of Jaén’s signature visitor sites.
The cathedral square and one of the city’s essential gathering points, best visited for architecture, photos, and the classic Jaén cityscape.
The hill area around the castle is one of the best places for panoramic views, short walks, and widely shared photos of Jaén from above.
One of the oldest parts of Jaén, with a traditional atmosphere, narrow streets, and a strong sense of local history beyond the city’s main tourist axis.
Refreshing Jaén salad of tomato, green pepper, onion, and olive oil, often with tuna and egg. A classic summer dish tied to the province’s olive oil culture.
Traditional rustic stew made with flat pieces of dough, vegetables, and usually rabbit or cod. It is a hearty inland dish closely associated with Jaén cuisine.
Creamy mash of potato, garlic, olive oil, and egg. It is a simple, old-fashioned Jaén recipe that showcases excellent local extra virgin olive oil.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant in Jaén known for creative Andalusian cuisine, refined technique, and an intimate contemporary setting.
Well-known upscale restaurant focused on modern interpretations of Jaén and Andalusian products, especially local olive oil, in an elegant atmosphere.
Popular traditional tavern for tapas and classic Jaén dishes, with a lively local feel and a strong reputation for hearty regional cooking.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Good value for tapas, coffee, and mid-range dining; hotels vary by season.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in casual bars; 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Not expected for every coffee. Round up taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Jaén 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 Jaén, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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