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Museo de Nerja
The town museum explains Nerja’s history from prehistory to the modern era, with strong coverage of the nearby cave and local archaeology. It is the main museum stop in town and a useful introduction.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Nerja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nerja will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for Nerja on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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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Supra Economy · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nerja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Nerja:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Nerja costing on average $42 (€34).
A train is $157 (€127) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Nerja costing on average $192 (€155).
Other travel options to Nerja take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 29m.
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $104 (€84) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $62 (€51). The journey takes 5h 55m versus 4h 46m 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, Grupo Interbus.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nerja buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 AM Madrid | 5h30 | 4:30 PM Nerja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Madrid | 4h50 | 7:50 PM Nerja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Madrid | 4h40 | 8:10 PM Nerja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Madrid | 4h50 | 9:50 PM Nerja | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 3:00 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h45 | 2:45 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h15 | 5:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Nerja run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Nerja — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nerja trip today.
The town museum explains Nerja’s history from prehistory to the modern era, with strong coverage of the nearby cave and local archaeology. It is the main museum stop in town and a useful introduction.
The cave complex includes interpretive and exhibition areas about prehistoric art, geology, and research. It is not a separate museum entry but adds substantial context to the site visit.
A small municipal exhibition space in the restored old market building, used for temporary art and cultural shows. It is a good local stop when an exhibition is on.
Nerja’s best-known beach area is popular for swimming, water activities, and wide sea views. It is one of the town’s busiest and most socially visible spots.
The seafront walking area around the Balcon de Europa offers the town’s most famous open views and atmosphere, especially at sunset. It is central to any first visit.
The old town is a pleasant area of whitewashed streets, small plazas, and easy walking between major sights. It is ideal for exploring local character beyond the beaches.
Sardines skewered and grilled over open coals on the beach, one of the most iconic dishes of the Costa del Sol and especially popular in seaside Nerja.
A cold Andalusian soup of almonds, garlic, olive oil, bread, and vinegar, often served with grapes or melon; refreshing in the warm coastal climate.
A mix of lightly floured and fried small fish or seafood, a classic Málaga province tapa that is widely eaten in Nerja.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Nerja known for polished Mediterranean cuisine, attentive service, and an intimate atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant with sea views offering modern Mediterranean cooking, strong wine selection, and a more refined dining experience.
Popular traditional seafood spot and tapas bar, known for fresh fish, fried seafood, and a lively local atmosphere near the centre.
Prices are moderate for the Costa del Sol. Tapas and local bars are reasonable, while seafront dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis can be rounded up.
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Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) -> Balcón de Europa, Nerja
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