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 bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a flight costs an average of $310.

Distance: 236 miles (381 km)

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$51

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$59

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7h 26m

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is a bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

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

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $59 (€49).

A bus is $260 (€218) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $310 (€260).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to San Javier take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 12m.

Bus takes on average 7h 26m.

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.

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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.

  • Alsa
    7:30 AM6h55
    Madrid
    2:25 PMSan Javier
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Alsa
    7:30 AM6h55
    Madrid
    2:25 PMSan Javier
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Alsa
    7:30 AM6h55
    Madrid
    2:25 PMSan Javier
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Alsa
    8:30 AM6h55
    Madrid
    3:25 PMSan Javier
    $551One-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.

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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 bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

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

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $59 (€49).

A bus is $260 (€218) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to San Javier costing on average $310 (€260).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to San Javier is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to San Javier take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 12m.

Bus takes on average 7h 26m.

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 17 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses 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:
  • 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.
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
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 SNCF OUIGO to go to San Javier by train.
  • Travel with Alsa to go to San Javier by bus.
  • Travel with Air Europa, Iberia, BA Euroflyer, Air Nostrum, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc to go to San Javier by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to San Javier with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF OUIGO.
  • 3 direct buses per day with Alsa.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air Europa, Iberia, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to San Javier often also extend their vacation to go to Murcia, Alicante, Torrevieja, Cartagena, Alicante Elche Airport. 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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