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Museo de Ciudad Real
Leading regional museum with archaeology, fine arts, and natural history collections that explain La Mancha’s past and identity.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valencia to Ciudad Real is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Ciudad Real will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Valencia for Ciudad Real 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 311 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 Wed, Aug 05 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.


Buses from Valencia to Ciudad Real run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 but you can travel from only $38 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Ciudad Real buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Valencia | 3h20 | 8:20 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Valencia | 3h30 | 10:50 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 9:30 AM Valencia | 3h50 | 1:20 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Leading regional museum with archaeology, fine arts, and natural history collections that explain La Mancha’s past and identity.
Contemporary art museum featuring works by López-Villaseñor and other artists inside a historic manor in the old center.
Municipal cultural center that regularly presents art exhibitions, photography, and local cultural events near the city center.
Central square lined with arcades and civic buildings, ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing the city’s daily rhythm.
Compact old-town walking area where visitors can link churches, museums, and plazas on foot through traditional streets.
Tree-lined park with fountains, playgrounds, and shaded walks, popular for relaxing breaks close to the historic center.
Hearty stew of chickpeas, pork, cabbage and vegetables. A classic La Mancha winter dish tied to rural family cooking.
Traditional Manchego ratatouille of tomato, green pepper and zucchini. A staple across Ciudad Real, often served with bread or eggs.
Small fried dough pieces, commonly eaten at fairs and breakfast with hot chocolate. A beloved festive treat in central Spain.
Refined restaurant known for creative Manchego cuisine and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Established traditional venue serving regional dishes, grilled meats and tapas in a classic Castilian atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for tapas, local wines and shared plates, appreciated for lively ambiance and reliable quality.
More affordable than Madrid or Barcelona. Hotels, meals, and local transport are usually lower, making Ciudad Real good value for short stays.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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