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Museo del Tambor
Museum dedicated to Tobarra's renowned drum tradition, with instruments, costumes, and exhibits explaining the town's Holy Week soundscape.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Tobarra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tobarra will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Madrid to Tobarra, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 4 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 Tobarra run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:45, the last at 12:30. The fastest bus covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 4h 15m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Tobarra.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tobarra buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 8:30 AM Madrid | 4h15 | 12:45 PM Tobarra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Tobarra with Alsa. Overnight buses available on this route with Alsa. Regional buses available on this route with Alsa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Museum dedicated to Tobarra's renowned drum tradition, with instruments, costumes, and exhibits explaining the town's Holy Week soundscape.
Historic religious-art display associated with the sanctuary area, showing devotional objects connected to Tobarra's traditions and local worship.
Local cultural exhibition space hosting rotating displays tied to Tobarra's history, festivals, and community arts. A useful stop for context.
Main civic square in Tobarra, surrounded by everyday town life and local architecture. A practical starting point for exploring the historic center.
Elevated walking area near the sanctuary with open views across Tobarra and nearby landscapes. Especially pleasant for a short scenic stroll.
Traditional central street lined with local services and daily activity. Useful for experiencing Tobarra beyond monuments and festival highlights.
Rice cooked with rabbit, snails and local mountain herbs. A classic inland Albacete dish tied to rural cooking and family gatherings.
Migas made from fried breadcrumbs with garlic, olive oil and pork products. A humble shepherds' dish long associated with La Mancha and Albacete.
Gazpachos manchegos are flatbread pieces simmered with game such as rabbit or partridge. A very traditional regional hunter's stew.
Traditional local restaurant in Tobarra serving regional Spanish dishes in a relaxed dining room. Good option for hearty La Mancha-style meals.
Casual venue in Tobarra known for tapas, grilled dishes and everyday Spanish cooking. Suitable for an informal meal with local flavors.
Established restaurant-hotel dining room offering classic regional cuisine and a more formal setting than a typical bar or café.
More affordable than major Spanish tourist cities, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs for most travelers.
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 Tobarra 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 Tobarra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Tobarra buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tobarra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses. ATMs are available at Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses.
Ticket office support is available at Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tobarra, Estación de Autobuses: Ramps available for access.
Check bus stations information for Madrid and Tobarra, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.