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Museo de Almería
The city’s main archaeological museum, with standout exhibits on prehistoric Los Millares and El Argar cultures and Roman Almería. A strong introduction to the province’s history.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seville to Almeria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seville to Almeria will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 17 buses that leave Seville for Almeria on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 318 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Seville to Almeria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 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 Seville to Almeria:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Seville to Almeria costing on average $57 (€46).
A train is $131 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seville to Almeria costing on average $184 (€149).
Other travel options to Almeria take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 42m.
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (3h 42m by bus vs 3h 55m by car) and save roughly $24 (€20) compared to fuel and tolls ($57 (€46) vs $82 (€66)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Seville to Almeria buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 8:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 8h45 | 4:45 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 8h15 | 4:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 6h00 | 2:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 10h15 | 6:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 10h15 | 7:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 7h15 | 4:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 9h15 | 6:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 10h00 | 9:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 8h15 | 7:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 7h15 | 6:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 7h00 | 6:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 7h30 | 7:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 6h30 | 6:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 9h15 | 9:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 1:00 PM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 5h15 | 6:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 8h00 | 9:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 7h15 | 10:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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By Irene Hernández
Sevilla and Almeria are not close to each other but if you are not in a rush and have time it´s a very convenient journey. Both cities are well connected by bus and you will be able to see the authentic Andalucia through your bus window at a nice and chill pace. In my experience, it's a worthy bus ride full of nature and olive trees.
The bus from Sevilla to Almeria takes around 5-6 hours and it covers around 400 kilometers all through Andalucia. The journey starts in Sevilla bus station Plaza de Armas and finishes in Almeria bus station. There´s a stop in between in Granada where you have to change buses and maybe have a coffee in the Granada bus station.
The provider that offers the connection between Sevilla and Almeria is ALSA, one of the most efficient, fast and trustworthy bus providers in Spain. Actually it´s ideal that there´s a stop in between to have a drink and stretch your legs a bit. The first bus leg till Granada lasts 3 hours, the second bus leg lasts 2 hours.
The departure bus station is Sevilla Plaza de Armas is very close to the city center. It´s a functional, small bus station with small amount of services and shops
The arrival bus station is Almeria bus station, just behind the train station of the city. It´s small and functional, there´s not much to offer before or after your arrival.
The bus journey between Sevilla and Almeria normally takes between 5 hours to 6 hours, depending on the frequency and departure schedule of the first bus. I took the first bus in Sevilla at 8:00 am and arrived at Granada bus station at 11:00 with one hour in between to have breakfast and stretch my legs and at 12:00 the bus from Granada to Almeria took 2 hours. I arrived at 14:00. This is the fastest connection by bus between Sevilla and Almeria because the bus journey it's 5 hours plus one hour of rest. It might be that the stop over in Granada is longer or the bus legs have longer duration and that will make the bus journey longer.
ALSA bus provider is a trustworthy, fast and efficient bus provider in Spain, they offer well cared buses and comfortable seats. They don't offer services on board but with a good podcast, music, water and some snacks, the journey is great.
The price for the bus Sevilla Almeria is usually the same during the year; between 37€ and 48€. As the bus journey is a bit long I recommend taking the first bus in the morning in Sevilla to make the best out of your visit in Almeria.
| Item | Cost (eur) |
|---|---|
| Ticket price | €48 |
| Food & drinks | €5 |
| Travel to departure station | €3 |
| Travel from arrival station | €3 |
| Total | € 59 |
Taking the ALSA bus from Sevilla to Almeria is the most convenient and easy way to connect both cities. I booked the bus tickets in the Omio app and it was fast. I didn´t know that I would enjoy a 5-6h bus journey but I really did because I was not in a rush, I didn´t have a car and it was actually the fastest way to arrive to Almeria.
Buses from Seville to Almeria run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 17:00. The fastest bus covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Almería — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Almería trip today.
The city’s main archaeological museum, with standout exhibits on prehistoric Los Millares and El Argar cultures and Roman Almería. A strong introduction to the province’s history.
A respected photography center hosting contemporary exhibitions by Spanish and international photographers. Good for visitors interested in modern visual culture in a compact venue.
Underground air-raid shelters from the Spanish Civil War, presented as a historical museum space. One of Almería’s most memorable visits for modern history.
The old town’s network of lanes, plazas, churches, and traditional facades below the Alcazaba. Best explored slowly to appreciate the city’s layered history.
The city’s main commercial boulevard, lined with historic buildings, shops, and cafés. It is one of the best places to feel everyday urban life in central Almería.
A long palm-filled park near the port and historic center, ideal for a shaded walk. It is one of the city’s classic public spaces and easy to combine with nearby sights.
A traditional Almería stew of small handmade pasta-like grains cooked with rabbit and vegetables, closely tied to the province’s inland cuisine.
A classic local dish made from semolina or breadcrumb crumbs fried with garlic and olive oil, often served with peppers, sardines, or grapes depending on the area.
A rustic Almería salad of roasted peppers, tomato, onion, olives, and olive oil, commonly served as a tapa and valued for its simple Mediterranean flavors.
Popular modern tapas bar known for creative small plates, lively ambiance, and a strong local following in the city center.
Historic tavern in central Almería, famous for classic tapas, cured meats, seafood, and a traditional Andalusian bar atmosphere.
Well-known upscale restaurant offering refined Andalusian cuisine with contemporary technique, suited for a higher-end meal in Almería.
Generally affordable by Spanish coastal standards. Tapas and local bars are good value, while beachfront dining and peak-season stays cost more.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Round up taxi fares; tipping is not expected elsewhere.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seville to Almeria 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 Almeria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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