The cheapest buses from Madrid to Mérida
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Mérida will cost around $ 33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 33.
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The fastest buses from Madrid to Mérida
Fastest Journey
4 h 15 m
Average
4 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
281 km
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid for Mérida every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 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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Bus Information to Mérida from Madrid
 | Distance | 174 miles (280 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 4 h 15 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $33 (€27) |
 | Direct bus | Yes |
 | Bus companies | Avanza or BlaBlaCar |
Buses from Madrid to Mérida cover the 174 miles (280 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 15 min with our travel partners like Avanza or BlaBlaCar. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $33 (€27), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $33 (€27). Travelers depart most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and arrive in Merida, Avenida De La Libertad.
Bus companies
Avanza Madrid – Mérida
Travel from Madrid to Mérida from $33 (€27) with Omio’s bus partners Avanza! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.
Avanza is one of Spain biggest bus companies and offers only one type of ticket for your next bus from Madrid to Mérida: Standard Ticket.
Book your Avanza Madrid to Mérida bus with Omio and enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey! Check Avanza’s up-to-date bus schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Madrid to Mérida routes as well as the amenities offered in the class fare you choose and buy the most affordable Avanza bus tickets online that fit your budget. The distance from Madrid to Mérida is 174 miles (280 km), and the best price for a one-way Madrid - Mérida Avanza bus ticket starts at $33 (€27) if you book in advance. If you would rather search for your Avanza ticket in the Omio app, you can quickly see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when traveling by bus. Waiting in a line at the bus station to purchase your bus ticket will become yesterday's news. So, book your bus tickets online quickly and easily and enjoy your trip with Avanza!
- Average Price: $33
When you buy your Avanza bus tickets between Madrid and Mérida don't forget to keep the following COVID-19 related policies in mind:
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- Refund or voucher policy
- If you've booked with Omio, you can request a full refund in case your booking travel date is from March 20 onwards. For those bookings before that date, contact Omio Customer Service and we will check with the bus operator accordingly.
Buses from Madrid to Mérida
Every day passengers have at their disposal several direct bus connections from Madrid to Mérida. The short journey and the comfort of the buses that operate this itinerary make them an ideal alternative to cover the 340 kilometers that separate the two cities. In fact, the fastest buses complete this itinerary in less than 4 hours. The route starts at the South bus station in Madrid and ends at the bus station in Mérida, very close to the city centre.
What buses go from Madrid to Mérida?
The Madrid Mérida buses are managed daily by the company Avanza. Depending on the timetable, this route operates with Normal Service and Express Service. The Normal Service consists of air-conditioned buses with central screens, while the Express Service has buses with more space between seats, wifi and sockets, among other amenities.
How long is the bus from Madrid to Mérida?
The duration of the Madrid Mérida buses is around 4 hours; 3 hours and 55 minutes, in the case of the fastest buses. While the slower buses take 5 hours to complete their journey. All Madrid Mérida buses are direct.
How many buses are there from Madrid to Mérida?
Every day between 7 and 8 buses depart from Madrid to Mérida. Madrid Mérida buses depart at different times in the morning, afternoon and evening.
Where do buses from Madrid to Mérida depart from and arrive at?
Southern bus station in Madrid: the Sur station is part of the complex of the Méndez Álvaro station, which is located in the street of the same name. Metro line 3 allows passengers to get from downtown Madrid to this station in just over 10 minutes. The enclosure of this station has escalators, parking, cafeteria, lockers and shopping areas.
Mérida bus station : is located very close to the city centre, specifically in Avenida de la Libertad s/n, next to the east bank of the Guadiana river. Mérida's bus station has a waiting room, a cafeteria and a public car park.
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