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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to La Carolina
Showing times and prices for May 07
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
238 km
Cheap tickets
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 $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Fast buses
Of the 10 buses that leave Madrid for La Carolina on Thu, May 07, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 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, May 07 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.
5:30 PM3h10Madrid8:40 PMLa Carolina$161One-way0 transfers- 3:30 PM2h50Madrid6:20 PMLa Carolina$191One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM2h50Madrid12:50 AMLa Carolina$191One-way0 transfers
- 2:40 PM2h40Madrid5:20 PMLa Carolina$211One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM2h40Madrid4:40 PMLa Carolina$211One-way0 transfers
- 2:40 PM2h40Madrid5:20 PMLa Carolina$211One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM2h40Madrid4:40 PMLa Carolina$211One-way0 transfers
06039:00 AM2h45Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses)11:45 AMLa Carolina, Estación de Autobuses$401One-way0 transfers- 3:30 PM2h50Madrid6:20 PMLa Carolina$191One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM2h50Madrid12:50 AMLa Carolina$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$36 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m 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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Madrid to La Carolina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to La Carolina buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0603 | 2:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h50 | 6:20 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0603 | 2:35 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) | 3h45 | 6:20 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0603 | 3:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 2h50 | 6:20 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0601 | 7:00 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 3h45 | 10:45 PM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 0603 | 9:00 AM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 2h45 | 11:45 AM La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Madrid to La Carolina buses with Omio?
Samar as well as Samar offer buses services from Madrid to La Carolina.
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Why book with Omio vs Samar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Samar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Samar to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to La Carolina.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Samar with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to La Carolina.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to La Carolina.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to La Carolina
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Buses from Madrid to La Carolina run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by train.
There are 9 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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13 (€10)
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13 (€10)
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 $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Samar
About
Samar is a prominent bus company based in Spain, with over 85 years of experience in road passenger transport. They operate a significant number of bus and coach routes, primarily in Madrid, Seville, and Zaragoza, but also offer national and international services. Samar is known for its reliability, punctuality, and commitment to passenger satisfaction, maintaining a modern fleet of around 600 vehicles. Beyond regular passenger transport, Samar also provides bus and coach rental services for various occasions. Many of their newer vehicles offer amenities such as Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€23)
Samar frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
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.
Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to La Carolina can start from as little as $35 (€28) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madrid to La Carolina is $36 (€29) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Madrid to La Carolina is 2h 45m to travel the 147 miles (238 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Madrid to La Carolina leaves at 6:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Madrid to La Carolina leaves at 10:45 PM.
Yes, there are 9 direct buses a day from Madrid to La Carolina with Samar, Samar, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Madrid to La Carolina, you can count on Samar, Samar, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to La Carolina. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Madrid and La Carolina and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to La Carolina from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Madrid to La Carolina is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and La Carolina including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Madrid to La Carolina for bus company Samar, Samar.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Madrid to La Carolina:
- Samar
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Samar
- Samar buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Madrid to La Carolina depends on the bus companies:
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, but cancellations within 24 hours are not eligible for a refund.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Samar, Samar.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Madrid to La Carolina.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to La Carolina:
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to La Carolina:
- Samar
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for 10€ per bag up to 20 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Madrid to La Carolina. The following conditions apply:
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Samar
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, while larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Madrid to La Carolina with the following bus company: Samar
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Madrid to La Carolina with the following bus company: Samar, Samar.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Madrid to La Carolina with the following bus company: Samar.
Since both Madrid and La Carolina are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to La Carolina among Omio's users.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In La Carolina, travelers should be cautious of petty theft such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and markets. It’s important to avoid displaying valuables openly and to stay vigilant in public spaces. Scams involving overcharging for transportation or services can occur, so agreeing on prices beforehand is advised. Staying in well-lit, populated areas at night enhances safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to La Carolina
Madrid
La Carolina
The major bus station for departures in Madrid is Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) for your trip from Madrid to La Carolina.
Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses)
information
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
Amenities at bus station
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
12 km
Car connection
M-40, M-14Dining
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Accessibility
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
WC
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
Shower
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
Public transit options for Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1)
Amenities at bus station
ATMTaxisWCBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
The major bus station for arrivals in La Carolina is La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to La Carolina from Madrid.
La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses
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