The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to La Carolina
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to La Carolina 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 Carolina will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 10 buses that leave Madrid for La Carolina on Thu, Nov 06, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 238 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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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Compare bus and train for Madrid to La Carolina
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to La Carolina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €28.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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€28 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Madrid to La Carolina Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Live departures
Madrid to La Carolina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to La Carolina buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0603 | 8:00 AM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 2h45 | 10:45 AM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
0603 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h50 | 5:20 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
0603 | 1:35 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) | 3h45 | 5:20 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
0603 | 2:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 2h50 | 5:20 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
0601 | 6:00 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 3h45 | 9:45 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to La Carolina
Buses from Madrid to La Carolina run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 06:40 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Samar, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to La CarolinaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to La Carolina with Samar, BlaBlaCar for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to La Carolina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to La Carolina 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 Carolina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, C. De Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses), which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.3 miles (510 m) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
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- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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