- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Villanueva de la Vera 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 Vera to Madrid will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 7 buses that leave Villanueva de la Vera for Madrid on Mon, May 18, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villanueva de la Vera to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$30 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Villanueva de la Vera to Madrid:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Villanueva de la Vera to Madrid costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€10). The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 11m 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 Avanza | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:59AM | Arrival Time 11:44AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Villanueva de la Vera to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NORMAL. | 8:05 AM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h40 | 10:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:05 PM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h25 | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:30 PM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h45 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 2:20 PM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h05 | 4:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 5:00 PM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 7:15 PM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h00 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 8:15 PM Navalmoral de la Mata, Jarandilla Road (Station) | 2h05 | 10:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Villanueva de la Vera to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 7:15 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside works by Dalí and Miró.
Major collection spanning medieval to modern art, with celebrated works by Caravaggio, Monet, Van Gogh, Hopper, and Kandinsky.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, rowing, people-watching, and seeing monuments such as the Crystal Palace.
The symbolic center of Madrid and Spain’s radial road network, always busy and central to city life and celebrations.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop viewpoints popular with visitors.
Madrid’s classic chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s signature comfort dishes.
A famous Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich Madrid-style tripe stew cooked with chorizo, morcilla, and paprika. It is a traditional cold-weather dish with deep roots in local tavern cuisine.
Historic restaurant founded in the 18th century, famous for roast suckling pig and other classic Castilian dishes in an old-world setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and classic Madrid dining. The atmosphere is polished but rooted in old tavern tradition.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. A strong choice for an authentic, traditional meal.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; about 5-10% in restaurants for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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