The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to La Carlota
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to La Carlota is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to La Carlota will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Madrid for La Carlota on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 323 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
1:00 PM5h10Madrid6:10 PMLa Carlota$381One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM5h10Madrid6:10 PMLa Carlota$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to La Carlota
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to La Carlota among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to La Carlota:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to La Carlota costing on average $38 (€31).
A train is $221 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to La Carlota costing on average $255 (€204).
Other travel options to La Carlota take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
Flight takes on average 8h 35m.
You'll arrive about -1h -38m sooner (4h 40m by bus vs 4h 2m by car) and save roughly $-29.20 (€-23.40) compared to fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $9 (€7)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Socibus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Madrid to La Carlota Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Live departures
Madrid to La Carlota bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to La Carlota buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:59 PM Madrid | 5h11 | 3:10 AM La Carlota | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:59 PM Madrid | 5h11 | 4:10 AM La Carlota | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 PM Madrid | 5h10 | 6:10 PM La Carlota | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to La Carlota
Buses from Madrid to La Carlota run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: Socibus, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to La CarlotaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to La Carlota with Socibus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to La Carlota
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to La Carlota 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 La Carlota, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Socibus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Socibus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Socibus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Socibus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Socibus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to La Carlota
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante La Pausa (0.2 km)
- Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 101, 200, Exprés Aeropuerto Metro: L8
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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