4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Lorca
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Lorca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lorca will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for Lorca on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 351 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.
Normal9:45 AM6h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers- Normal10:30 AM5h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal1:45 PM6h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)8:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal2:30 PM5h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal10:45 PM7h00Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)5:45 AMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal10:30 AM5h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal2:30 PM5h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal11:30 PM6h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:45 AMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal9:45 AM6h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
- Normal1:45 PM6h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)8:15 PMLorca, Estacion de Autobuses$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Lorca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lorca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 218 miles (351 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$53 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price | $69 Average price | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Lorca:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Lorca costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Lorca costing on average $132 (€108).
Other travel options to Lorca take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 4m.
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
Tickets start at around $53 (€44) compared to roughly $92 (€75) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 5h 37m versus 4h 31m 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 Lorca Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Live departures
Madrid to Lorca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lorca buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h30 | 4:15 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h45 | 4:15 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h20 | 11:05 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h10 | 9:55 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h25 | 9:55 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h35 | 11:05 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h30 | 8:15 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h45 | 8:15 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h00 | 5:45 AM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h15 | 5:45 AM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Lorca
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Buses from Madrid to Lorca run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by flight.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 218 miles (351 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 218 miles (351 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to LorcaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Lorca with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as $40 (€33). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Madrid to Lorca
Every day several buses depart from the South station or from terminal 4 of the airport of Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez to the Murcian town of Lorca, covering a distance of about 460 kilometers. This tour lasts an average of 6 hours and ends at the Lorca bus station, located in the city centre. All itineraries are direct and are covered by last generation buses.
Which buses go from Madrid to Lorca?
The passenger transport company that manages the Madrid Lorca buses is Alsa, which has a fleet of vehicles with the latest Avanzas in comfort and safety. In addition, they are equipped with toilet, free wifi, reclining seats with footrest and Canal OcioBus with audiovisual content.
How long is the bus from Madrid to Lorca?
The fastest Madrid Lorca buses complete their journey in 5 hours and 45 minutes. The last available bus is the slowest, with an estimated duration of 7 hours. Madrid Lorca buses depart at different times in the afternoon and at night.
How many buses from Madrid to Lorca?
Each day 4 buses depart from Madrid to Lorca. This frequency is maintained on weekends. All Madrid Lorca buses are direct and operated by the multinational passenger transport company Alsa.
Where do the buses from Madrid to Lorca depart from and reach?
South Station and Terminal 4 of Madrid-Barjas Adolfo Suárez Airport: South Station of Madrid is part of Méndez Álvaro Station, a transport interchange located to the south of the capital of Spain. From the centre of Madrid, travellers can get to this station in 10 minutes by metro line 3. The facilities at Madrid's Sur station house a car park, cafeteria, shops, automatic teller machines, vending machines and ticket offices. Some buses start at Terminal 4 of the airport. Metro line 8 connects downtown Madrid with all airport terminals in about 15 minutes.
Lorca Bus Station: is located in the heart of the city, specifically in the Alameda de Menchirón s/n. This station has a waiting room, bathrooms and parking. Nearby are hotels, numerous shops, bars and restaurants.
FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Lorca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lorca 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 Lorca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Lorca Castle, a medieval fortress offering panoramic views and historical exhibits
- Museo Arqueológico de Lorca, showcasing artifacts from the region's rich archaeological heritage
- Plaza de España, a central square known for its impressive baroque architecture and vibrant atmosphere
- Colegiata de San Patricio, a significant Renaissance church with intricate interior designs
- Palacio de Guevara, a well-preserved baroque palace featuring period furnishings and art.
- Semana Santa de Lorca, a renowned Holy Week celebration featuring elaborate processions and cultural events
- Explore the scenic landscapes of Sierra Espuña, ideal for hiking and nature walks
- Visit the local markets for a taste of regional cuisine and crafts
- Enjoy a performance at Teatro Guerra, one of the oldest theaters in Spain
- Relax at the Parque Almenara, a popular spot for leisure and shopping.
- 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 Lorca
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 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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