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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riocabado to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Riocabado to Madrid:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riocabado to Madrid costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€11). The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 29m 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 Monbus, MonBus.
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 Monbus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator MonBus | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Riocabado to Madrid buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 PM Riocabado | 1h44 | 9:59 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Riocabado to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:00, the last at 22:22. The fastest bus covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 44m |
First bus 1:00 PM |
Last bus 10:22 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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