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Museo de Bellas Artes
Municipal fine arts museum with works tied to regional artists and temporary shows; a key cultural stop in town.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for Villanueva de la Serena on Mon, Aug 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct buses cover the 240 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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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0901Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $108 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena costing on average $49 (€40).
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena costing on average $108 (€88).
Other travel options to Villanueva de la Serena take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 54m.
Bus takes on average 4h 21m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 4h 21m versus 3h 5m 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 Samar, BlaBlaCar, Avanza.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0901 | 8:00 AM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés | 0 transfersDirect | |
0900 | 8:30 AM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés | 0 transfersDirect | |
0901 | 3:00 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 5h30 | 8:30 PM Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés | 0 transfersDirect | |
0900 | 4:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 4h15 | 8:45 PM Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:15, the last at 17:25. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 7:15 AM |
Last bus 5:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Villanueva de la Serena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villanueva de la Serena trip today.
Municipal fine arts museum with works tied to regional artists and temporary shows; a key cultural stop in town.
Exhibition center dedicated to local history and culture, often hosting educational displays and community programming.
Interpretive collection focused on ethnography and everyday life in La Serena; useful for understanding regional traditions.
Main square and social heart of the town, framed by civic buildings and ideal for orienting yourself in the historic center.
Central pedestrian-friendly avenue with shops, local life, and easy access to major sights; one of the town's best walks.
Popular urban park for strolling and relaxing, with greenery and everyday local atmosphere close to the center.
A rich Extremaduran stew of lamb, peppers, onion and garlic. It is a classic regional shepherds' dish with deep roots in local home cooking.
A creamy sheep's milk cheese from nearby La Serena made with cardoon rennet. It is one of Extremadura's most prized foods, known for its intense, buttery interior.
Small anise-scented fried pastries traditional in Extremadura, often eaten at festivals and family celebrations. Crisp outside, tender inside, and usually dusted with sugar.
Well-regarded dining spot offering refined Spanish cooking and local ingredients in a more polished atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for Extremaduran cuisine, grilled meats and local products in a comfortable, established setting.
Popular local venue for tapas, raciones and regional specialties with a lively casual atmosphere suitable for an authentic meal.
Budget-friendly for Spain. Hotels, casual meals, and local transport usually cost less than in major tourist cities, making day-to-day travel relatively inexpensive.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, not tipped heavily.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena 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 Villanueva de la Serena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena buses use the Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) to Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Villanueva de la Serena 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.
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