The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to La Roda
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to La Roda 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 Roda will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for La Roda on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
Normal11:45 AM3h20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal8:45 AM3h20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)12:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal9:30 AM2h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal12:30 PM2h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal9:30 AM2h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal12:30 PM2h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal11:45 AM3h20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Normal8:45 AM3h20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)12:05 PMLa roda, Estación de Autobuses$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Madrid to La Roda
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to La Roda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to La Roda:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to La Roda costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to La Roda take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 2m 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 Alsa, 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.
Madrid to La Roda Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Madrid to La Roda bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to La Roda buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h20 | 12:05 PM La roda, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h35 | 12:05 PM La roda, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h20 | 3:05 PM La roda, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h35 | 3:05 PM La roda, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to La Roda
Buses from Madrid to La Roda run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:45, the last at 13:35. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 8:45 AM |
Last bus 1:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to La RodaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to La Roda with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to La Roda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to La Roda 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 Roda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Iglesia de El Salvador, a historic church known for its impressive Baroque architecture and intricate altarpieces
- Plaza Mayor, the central square of La Roda surrounded by charming cafes and traditional Spanish buildings
- Museo de la Semana Santa, a museum dedicated to the local Easter traditions and religious artifacts
- Parque de la Cañada, a peaceful park offering walking trails and picnic areas
- Casa de la Cultura, a cultural center hosting exhibitions, concerts, and community events.
- Muestra de Teatro de La Roda, an annual theater festival showcasing local and national performances
- Museo de La Roda, a museum offering insights into the local history and culture
- Feria de La Roda, a traditional fair featuring rides, food stalls, and cultural events
- Explore local gastronomy at traditional tapas bars
- Attend a local wine tasting event to sample regional wines.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to La Roda
- 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
- 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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