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Museu de l'Almodí
Main city museum in the Almudín, showing archaeology, fine arts, and the famous inverted portrait of Philip V.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Xàtiva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Xàtiva will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Xàtiva without transferring at least once.
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00694Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Xàtiva 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 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $36.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Xàtiva:
A train is $39 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Xàtiva costing on average $63 (€52).
A train is $60 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Xàtiva costing on average $85 (€69).
Other travel options to Xàtiva take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
Tickets start at around $63 (€52) compared to roughly $79 (€64) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€13). The journey takes 4h 6m versus 3h 55m 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 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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:42AM | Duration 10h12 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 8h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 8h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 7h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 6h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:14PM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:33PM | Duration 6h48 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:33PM | Duration 6h03 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Xàtiva buses for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal+ 14406 | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h48 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h03 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h03 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
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Normal+ 18024 | 12:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h32 | 10:02 AM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 18024 | 12:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h32 | 10:02 AM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14404 | 12:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h05 | 11:35 AM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h44 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h03 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 7:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h29 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 7:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h48 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy+ 00694 | 8:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h59 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy+ 14406 | 8:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h18 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h44 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h03 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h29 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h48 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h44 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h44 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h03 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h29 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h48 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 00694 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h44 | 4:14 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 14406 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h03 | 6:33 PM Xàtiva station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Xàtiva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 18:10. The fastest bus covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Xàtiva — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Xàtiva trip today.
Main city museum in the Almudín, showing archaeology, fine arts, and the famous inverted portrait of Philip V.
Small exhibition space interpreting castle history, defensive systems, and the strategic role of the fortress over centuries.
Heritage interpretation space dedicated to the Borgia legacy, explaining the famous family’s deep ties to Xàtiva.
Elegant main square framed by arcades and civic buildings. It is the social heart of Xàtiva and ideal for orienting a walking tour.
Historic avenue lined with noble houses and churches. It is one of the best places to appreciate Xàtiva’s aristocratic past.
Historic upper-quarter approach with narrow lanes and strong atmosphere. Walking here reveals everyday life beneath the castle slopes.
Oven-baked rice with pork, blood sausage, chickpeas, potato and tomato. A Valencian Sunday classic also loved in Xàtiva for its hearty inland flavor.
Traditional Valencian rice cooked with rabbit, chicken, green beans and garrofó beans. In Xàtiva it reflects the area’s inland farming and paella culture.
Slow-cooked rice dish usually made with cod and cauliflower, especially eaten in cooler months and during Lent. A long-standing home-style Valencian specialty.
Established rice and Mediterranean restaurant in Xàtiva, known for paellas, local products and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Well-regarded dining spot near the historic center with Mediterranean cooking, market ingredients and a comfortable contemporary atmosphere.
Traditional local restaurant serving Valencian rice dishes, grilled meats and regional classics in a casual, dependable setting.
Moderate for Spain. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels in peak season can rise. Local transit and regional rail are usually affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Xàtiva 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 Xàtiva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Xàtiva buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Gandia station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Xàtiva 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, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) has practical services for this route, including ATM, Taxis, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
ATMs are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1).
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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