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Museo Aeronáutico Municipal
Nearby aviation museum preserving aircraft and memorabilia connected to San Javier’s aviation and training legacy.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 4 buses from Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct buses cover the 384 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest buses will take 10 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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Buses from Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 14:30. The fastest bus covers the 238 miles (384 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 238 miles (384 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 2:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Renfe AVLO | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Renfe ALVIA | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator AVE | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €21 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera buses for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h00 | 4:30 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 0 transfersDirect | |
04072+ Normal | 11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h10 | 7:55 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h25 | 7:55 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 0 transfersDirect | |
05142+ Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h55 | 7:55 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 1 transfer | |
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05668+ Normal | 6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h15 | 4:30 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 8:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h45 | 4:30 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 0 transfersDirect | |
05092+ Normal | 9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h30 | 4:30 PM Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) | 1 transfer | |
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Nearby aviation museum preserving aircraft and memorabilia connected to San Javier’s aviation and training legacy.
Regional museum in nearby San Pedro del Pinatar covering sea, salt, and wetlands, important to understanding the Mar Menor area.
Archaeological and ethnographic museum in nearby Los Alcázares, useful for broader context on local settlement history.
Busy palm-lined promenade along the Mar Menor, ideal for sunset walks, beach access, and classic town views.
Main beach area with calm shallow water, making it one of the town’s most enjoyable and accessible seaside spots.
Large urban beach favored for walking and swimming, appreciated for broad views across the Mar Menor lagoon.
Caldero del Mar Menor is the area’s signature rice cooked in fish stock, traditionally made by fishermen and prized for its deep seafood flavor.
Marinera is a classic Murcian tapa: a crisp breadstick topped with Russian salad and an anchovy, common in bars around the Mar Menor.
Mújol del Mar Menor is local grey mullet, often grilled simply to highlight the lagoon’s traditional fishing heritage and clean flavor.
Classic seafood restaurant near the seafront, appreciated for fresh shellfish, grilled fish and traditional regional rice dishes.
Well-known waterfront restaurant focused on rice dishes, fresh seafood and Mar Menor specialties in a polished but relaxed setting.
Established local venue known for tapas, fish and Mediterranean cooking, with an informal atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Moderate for Spain’s coast: dining is reasonable, hotels rise in summer, and local buses are low cost versus bigger resort areas.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera 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 Santiago De La Ribera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Santiago De La Ribera buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Santiago De La Ribera bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver). ATMs are available at Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver).
Ticket office support is available at Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver).
Available at Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago De La Ribera< Av. Mar Menor (Farmacia Alberto Peñalver): Wheelchair accessible.
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