- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$39
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$40
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 50 m
Buses on Sep 20
3
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 buses from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 240 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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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0901Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, while a flight costs an average of $92.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$41 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid:
A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid costing on average $41.
A train is $72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid costing on average $92.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 4m.
Bus takes on average 4h 53m.
Tickets start at around $41 compared to roughly $64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23. The journey takes 4h 53m versus 3h 13m 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 Samar, BlaBlaCar.
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 |
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Operator Samar | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0900 | 4:30 PM Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés | 4h30 | 9:00 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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0900 | 8:30 AM Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 but you can travel from only $9 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:15, the last at 17:25. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 7:15 AM |
Last bus 5:25 PM |
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Most Villanueva de la Serena to Madrid buses use the Villanueva de la serena, Hernán Cortés to Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Villanueva de la Serena and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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