- 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 08
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 08
7 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
7 h 38 m
Buses on Sep 08
2
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marbella to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marbella to Madrid will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 2 buses from Marbella to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 446 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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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BASEOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marbella to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a flight costs an average of $438.
Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $438 Average price | $53 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Marbella to Madrid:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marbella to Madrid costing on average $53.
A bus is $412 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marbella to Madrid costing on average $438.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 53m.
Bus takes on average 7h 37m.
Tickets start at around $26 compared to roughly $115 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $90. The journey takes 7h 37m versus 5h 49m 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 Grupo Interbus, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Grupo Interbus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Grupo Interbus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Madrid buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:20 PM Marbella | 6h40 | 10:00 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Marbella | 6h30 | 10:00 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Marbella | 5h20 | 9:20 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Marbella | 6h40 | 10:40 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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BASE | 8:05 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 3:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 12:45 PM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 8:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Marbella to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $16 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
The company Daibus is the company that offers buses linking Marbella and Madrid, through four daily services from Monday to Saturday and another five daily services on Sundays. The journeys are direct, without transhipment but with some stops, and last on average about 7 hours and a half. From Monday to Saturday, the first bus leaves Marbella at 11:30. Then there is another service at 16:00, a third at 22:30 and the last of the day at 22:40. On Sundays, the first service is at 08:30, and then the following services are at 13:00, 15:00, 22:40 and the last at 23:59.
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What to see in Madrid
Madrid with its more than 3.000.000 inhabitants is the capital of Spain and also the economic, political and industrial pillar of Spain, in Madrid you can find all the government buildings, the ministries and also the headquarters of the big companies of our country and also of multinational companies. This great city located in the central area of Spain has many attractions that have made it a very important tourist destination nationally and Europe. Its infrastructure, such as Barajas Airport, which is among the busiest in the world, makes it easier for visitors to get to the city to discover all that it has to offer. You can visit monuments such as the Puerta de Alcalá, the cathedral or the Royal Palace, as well as be photographed in the Gran Vía or with the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas. However, there are also many leisure activities to do, the leisure offer of the capital is well known by areas such as Chueca or Malasaña. Madrid also gives us the chance to see places like Warner Park or the city Zoo.
The modern Marbella Bus Station, located in the northern part of the city on Avenida Del Trapiche s/n, has a wide range of services and commercial and recreational areas for passengers who visit it every day. In its facilities you can also find a ticket office from which it is possible to obtain urban transport tickets, from which lines L3, L6 and L7 connect the station with other points in the city and nearby communities.
Daibus buses from Marbella to Madrid always arrive at the South Station of the capital. Located at 83 Calle Méndez Álvaro, the station is served by lines 8, 102, 113, 148, 152 and 156 of the Madrid city buses (EMT) and line 6 (Circular) of the Madrid Metro. Suburban lines 5, 7 and 11 reach the station through their stop "Méndez Álvaro".
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marbella to Madrid buses use the Marbella, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Marbella 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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