How to travel from Almeria to Madrid

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Almeria to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Almeria to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $47.

Distance: 256 miles (412 km)

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Driving

$46

Average price

$38

Average price

Cheapest

$287

Average price

$111

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 25m

Average total duration

5h 55m

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30m

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6h 19m

Average total duration

5h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 23m

Average total duration

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4h 23m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

5h 26m

Average total duration

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0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.5kg

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Bus BAM

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Renfe ALVIA

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Iberia

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Almeria to Madrid is a train with an average price of $38 (€30).

This is compared to other travel options from Almeria to Madrid:

A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Almeria to Madrid costing on average $46 (€37).

A train is $250 (€201) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almeria to Madrid costing on average $287 (€231).

The fastest way to travel from Almeria to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 49m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Almeria and Madrid including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Almeria to Madrid among Omio's users.

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from Almeria to Madrid

How to get from Almeria to Madrid by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Almeria to Madrid is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Bus BAMNormal
    8:00 AM6h05
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    2:05 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Bus BAMNormal
    8:00 AM6h05
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    2:05 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Bus BAMNormal
    8:00 AM6h05
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    2:05 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe INTERCITY00279
    3:30 PM7h04
    Almería
    10:34 PMAtocha-Cercanías
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe ALVIA02087
    7:58 AM6h50
    Almería
    2:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    $1341One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe ALVIA02087+AVE02197
    7:58 AM13h55
    Almería
    9:53 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    $1481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Bus BAMNormal
    11:00 PM6h30
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    5:30 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • Bus BAMNormal
    11:59 PM6h31
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    6:30 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • Bus BAMNormal
    3:00 PM6h40
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    9:40 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal+Air EuropaUX5038
    9:30 AM12h50
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    10:20 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $3671One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+Air EuropaUX5050
    9:30 AM8h45
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    6:15 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $4281One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+IberiaIB1006
    9:30 AM9h25
    Almería, Estación de Autobuses
    6:55 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $5261One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Almeria to Madrid

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Almeria to Madrid there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 53,54% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Almeria to Madrid. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Almeria to Madrid

Travel to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Almeria to Madrid.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Almeria and Madrid including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Almeria to Madrid is a train with an average price of $38 (€30).

This is compared to other travel options from Almeria to Madrid:

A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Almeria to Madrid costing on average $46 (€37).

A train is $250 (€201) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almeria to Madrid costing on average $287 (€231).

The fastest way to travel from Almeria to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 49m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Almeria to Madrid is approximately 256 miles (412 km).
The average frequency per day from Almeria to Madrid is:
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Almeria and Madrid as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Almeria to Madrid:
  • Flights mostly depart from Almeria International Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Almería and arrive in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
  • Buses mostly depart from Almería, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Almeria to Madrid, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Iberia, Air Nostrum, Vueling to go to Madrid by flight.
  • Travel with Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Madrid by train.
  • Travel with Bus BAM, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, BusbamSL to go to Madrid by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Almeria to Madrid with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Nostrum.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
  • 11 direct buses per day with Bus BAM, BlaBlaCar, BusbamSL.
Omio customers who travel from Almeria to Madrid often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Madrid and these popular destinations at a great price.
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