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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Pedro de Merida to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Pedro de Merida to Madrid will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Pedro de Merida for Madrid on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 268 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 5 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.


Buses from San Pedro de Merida to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 but you can travel from only $32 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Avanza Grupo | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Avanza Grupo | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
The table below shows live departures for San Pedro de Merida to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM San Pedro de Merida | 5h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most San Pedro de Merida to Madrid buses use the San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada) to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare San Pedro de Merida and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada). ATMs are available at San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada).
Ticket office support is available at San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada).
Available at San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Pedro de Mérida, Av. Juan de Avalos (La Parada).
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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