How to travel from Madrid to San Javier

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to San Javier

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to San Javier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $41.

Distance: 236 miles (381 km)

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$55

Average price

$49

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$74

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6h 3m

Average total duration

5h 33m

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30m

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3h 27m

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2h 57m

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3h 14m

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1h 14m

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2h 0m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.1 - 2.3kg

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Air Europa

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is a train with an average price of $49 (€39).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to San Javier:

A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $55 (€44).

A train is $25 (€20) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $74 (€59).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to San Javier take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 57m.

Bus takes on average 5h 33m.

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

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from Madrid to San Javier

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:45 AM7h50
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    7:35 PMSan Javier
    $521One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:45 AM7h50
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    7:35 PMSan Javier
    $521One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX4047
    7:00 AM1h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:10 AMAlicante Elche Airport
    $751One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF OUIGO06564
    4:15 PM2h49
    Madrid Chamartín
    7:04 PMMurcia Del Carmen
    $811One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF OUIGO06484
    8:15 AM3h27
    Madrid Chamartín
    11:42 AMMurcia Del Carmen
    $861One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF OUIGO06594
    6:45 PM3h29
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:14 PMMurcia Del Carmen
    $861One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    1:30 PM6h05
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    7:35 PMSan Javier
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    9:30 AM6h55
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    4:25 PMSan Javier
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    8:45 AM7h40
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    4:25 PMSan Javier
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX4049
    3:10 PM1h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    4:20 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1011
    11:50 AM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    1:05 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1611One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1015
    7:40 PM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:55 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1611One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to San Javier

Travel to San Javier 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 Madrid to San Javier.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and San Javier including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is a train with an average price of $49 (€39).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to San Javier:

A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $55 (€44).

A train is $25 (€20) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $74 (€59).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to San Javier take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 57m.

Bus takes on average 5h 33m.

The distance from Madrid to San Javier is approximately 236 miles (381 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to San Javier is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to San Javier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid Chamartín and arrive in Murcia Del Carmen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in San Javier.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to San Javier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to San Javier by bus.
  • Travel with Air Europa, Volotea, Iberia to go to San Javier by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF OUIGO to go to San Javier by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to San Javier with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air Europa, Volotea, Iberia.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF OUIGO.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to San Javier often also extend their vacation to go to Murcia, Alicante, Cartagena, Torrevieja, Guardamar del Segura. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Javier and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in San Javier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In San Javier, you can enjoy the San Javier International Jazz Festival, indulge in water sports at Mar Menor, visit local markets, explore nearby salt flats, and take scenic cycling tours. Notable sights include the Museo de San Javier, Playa de Santiago de la Ribera, Iglesia de San Francisco Javier, Parque Almansa, and Teatro Villa de San Javier.
To fully enjoy San Javier's attractions, including its cultural sites and natural surroundings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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