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Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villardefrades to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Villardefrades to Madrid:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villardefrades to Madrid costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 20m 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 Monbus.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
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Buses from Villardefrades to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:20, the last at 16:00. The fastest bus covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 10:20 AM |
Last bus 4:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
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