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Museo Catedralicio
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and liturgical objects that explain the town’s religious and pilgrimage heritage.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Santo Domingo de la Calzada on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $29.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $108 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada:
A bus is $8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada costing on average $33.
A bus is $83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada costing on average $108.
Other travel options to Santo Domingo de la Calzada take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38. The journey takes 3h 34m versus 3h 27m 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 Autobuses Pamplona Madrid, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 7:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h20 | 10:50 AM Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h20 | 6:20 PM Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $19 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Santo Domingo de la Calzada — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santo Domingo de la Calzada trip today.
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and liturgical objects that explain the town’s religious and pilgrimage heritage.
Interpretation center on the Camino de Santiago, useful for understanding the route, local traditions, and Santo Domingo’s role in pilgrim history.
Cloister visit with artistic and architectural interest, valued for carved details and a quieter museum-like experience beside the cathedral.
Traditional approach used by walkers on the Camino, giving a strong first impression of the town’s heritage and pilgrim identity.
The town’s main square, framed by arcades and civic buildings, ideal for appreciating the historic center and everyday local atmosphere.
Historic street used by pilgrims through the old town, lined with traditional buildings and essential for experiencing the Camino ambience.
Patatas a la riojana is a hearty Rioja potato stew with chorizo and paprika, a classic comfort dish tied closely to local home cooking and regional identity.
Caparrones are red Rioja beans slowly stewed, often with chorizo or pork. They are a traditional rural dish valued for deep flavor and mountain-style nourishment.
Bacalao a la riojana pairs salt cod with tomato, peppers, and garlic. It is one of the region's best-known fish dishes and appears often in traditional restaurants.
Refined restaurant in the Parador, known for Rioja classics, roast meats, and regional wines in a historic setting beside the cathedral.
Traditional Riojan dining room with local specialties, hearty portions, and a classic pilgrim-town atmosphere near the old center.
Casual spot popular for tapas, raciones, and simple regional cooking. Good for trying local wines and classic dishes in an informal setting.
Moderate for northern Spain: lodging and meals are reasonable, but pilgrim-season demand can raise hotel rates. Walking keeps local transport costs low.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for very good service; cafes and taxis usually just round up or leave small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada 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 Santo Domingo de la Calzada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Santo Domingo de la Calzada buses use the Madrid, Avenida de América to Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Santo Domingo de la Calzada bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América 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 Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea. ATMs are available at Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea.
Ticket office support is available at Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea.
Available at Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Pl. Jacobea: Basic accessibility features are available.
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