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Compare train and bus for Madrid to Medinaceli
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Medinaceli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Compare the available ways to get from Madrid to Medinaceli, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Medinaceli:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Medinaceli costing on average $16.
Other travel options to Medinaceli take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Tickets start at around $16 compared to roughly $31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15. The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 36m 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.
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.
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How to get from Madrid to Medinaceli by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Madrid to Medinaceli is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal3:15 PM 1h30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) 4:45 PM Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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Normal3:15 PM 1h30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) 4:45 PM Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
Normal3:15 PM 1h30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) 4:45 PM Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
Normal7:45 PM 1h30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) 9:15 PM Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal12:00 PM 1h35 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América 1:35 PM Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal10:15 AM 1h35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) 11:50 AM Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación) $16 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Medinaceli:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Medinaceli costing on average $16.
Other travel options to Medinaceli take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
- Around 7 buses per day.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Medinaceli as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Medinaceli.
- Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América and arrive in Medinaceli, Avenida Madrid (Estación).
- Travel with Alsa to go to Medinaceli by bus.
- Travel with Renfe, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY to go to Medinaceli by train.
- 7 direct buses per day with Alsa.
- 2 direct trains per day with Renfe.
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