- Must visit
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
The city’s flagship museum, designed by Rafael Moneo, houses one of Spain’s finest collections of Roman mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and everyday objects from ancient Augusta Emerita.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seville to Mérida is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seville to Mérida will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 4 buses that leave Seville for Mérida on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 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 Seville to Mérida among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Seville to Mérida:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seville to Mérida costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Mérida take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 17m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Seville to Mérida 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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Normal | 7:00 PM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 2h25 | 9:25 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 PM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 2h10 | 10:40 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Normal | 8:00 AM Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) | 2h50 | 10:50 AM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Seville to Mérida run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Mérida — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mérida trip today.
The city’s flagship museum, designed by Rafael Moneo, houses one of Spain’s finest collections of Roman mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and everyday objects from ancient Augusta Emerita.
A compact but important collection focused on Visigothic sculpture and inscriptions, helping visitors understand Mérida beyond its Roman fame.
A local archaeological museum with finds from Mérida and its surroundings, useful for deeper context on the city’s Roman, Visigothic, and later history.
The streets around the Temple of Diana form one of the most atmospheric parts of Mérida, especially in the evening when the monument is illuminated.
The pedestrian route across the Roman bridge and along the river is one of the city’s best walks, combining heritage views and open-air scenery.
The historic center is compact and walkable, letting visitors move easily between Roman monuments, churches, squares, and everyday city life.
Acorn-fed Iberian ham from Extremadura, prized for its deep flavor and silky texture. It is one of the region’s most iconic products.
A traditional shepherds’ dish of fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, olive oil, and usually pork products. A classic comfort food in Extremadura.
Slow-cooked lamb stew seasoned simply to highlight local meat. It is a celebratory and very traditional dish in Extremadura.
Recognized Mérida restaurant with contemporary cooking and polished presentation, suitable for a special meal with local influences.
Well-known Mérida restaurant serving refined Extremaduran cuisine near the historic center, with a modern yet welcoming atmosphere.
Established dining room in a converted historic setting, known for regional dishes and a more formal experience in Mérida.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Meals, coffee, and local transport are affordable for most travelers.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxis are usually rounded up, and tipping is not expected elsewhere.
Official public transport app
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses -> Mérida Railway Station
To join the Andalusian city of Seville with Merida, the capital of Extremadura, there are several daily bus services offered by the company Alsa.
The first bus leaves the Seville bus station at 07:00 in the morning, and the last service of the day does the same at 20:30 hours. Between these two services there are four other intermediate timetables at 09:45, 14:15, 15:45 and 19:00 hours.
The timetables remain the same seven days of the week, with no change between working days and weekends.
The journey is direct without transfer in all cases and lasts between 2 hours and a quarter and 2 hours 50 minutes of travel.
What to see in Mérida
The city of Merida, founded by Rome in 25 BC, offers a wide range of monuments considered of cultural interest to the delight of those interested in history and archaeology: the Roman amphitheatre, the Roman circus, the aqueduct of the Miracles and Saint Lazarus, the Roman bridges over the rivers Guadiana and Albarregas, the Temple of Diana, the Arch of Trajan, among others, are some of the emblems that constitute the Archaeological Ensemble of Merida, declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seville to Mérida 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 Mérida, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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