The cheapest and fastest coaches from Almeria to Madrid
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Almeria to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Almeria to Madrid will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 21 buses that leave Almeria for Madrid every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 412 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Almeria to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Almeria to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Almeria to Madrid coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 11:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 20:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 19:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 22:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 14:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 20:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 15:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 22:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 05:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 04:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:59 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h31 | 05:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 06:30 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 16:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 06:30 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 16:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 06:30 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 07:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h05 | 13:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 07:00 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 13:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 08:00 Almería, Puerto | 7h15 | 15:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 08:30 Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 15:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Almeria to Madrid
Buses from Almeria to Madrid run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 412 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 412 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Bus BAM, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, BusbamSL from Almeria to MadridYou can travel by bus between Almeria to Madrid with Bus BAM, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, BusbamSL for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Almeria to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Almeria to Madrid by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Bus BAM
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Bus BAM
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Bus BAM
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Bus BAM
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Bus BAM
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Almeria and Madrid
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 5, 18 Train: C1
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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