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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nájera to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nájera to Madrid will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nájera for Madrid on Sat, Jun 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct buses cover the 237 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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 Nájera to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nájera to Madrid:
A bus is $80 (€65) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nájera to Madrid costing on average $106 (€86).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $68 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 4h 9m 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, Jimenez.
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 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Autobuses Pamplona Madrid | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Nájera to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 8:55 AM Najera, Estacion Autobuses | 3h50 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:55 PM Najera, Estacion Autobuses | 3h50 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nájera to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for modern and contemporary art lovers.
A major museum spanning European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Its broad collection complements the Prado and Reina Sofía perfectly.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments and formal gardens. A top city experience for nearly every visitor.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. Energetic by day and night, it is one of the city’s defining walks.
The symbolic heart of Madrid and a major meeting point, home to the Kilómetro Cero marker and famous public celebrations. Constantly busy and central.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic tavern dish closely linked to Madrid cuisine.
Prestigious flamenco venue with acclaimed dining, known for refined Spanish cuisine in an intimate historic setting. It combines performance and high-end gastronomy.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian classics. It offers an old-world atmosphere and is one of Madrid’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known classic restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and traditional Spanish cooking. It is a long-established spot with a lively, polished tavern feel.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés and 5-10% at restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not required.
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