- Must visit
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
Excellent archaeological museum presenting sculptures, mosaics and everyday objects that explain Roman Augusta Emerita with clarity and scale.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£5
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
50 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
55 m
Buses on 20 Oct
11
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Badajoz to Mérida is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Badajoz to Mérida will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 11 buses from Badajoz to Mérida, including 11 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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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NormalBuses from Badajoz to Mérida run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 50m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 9:00 |
Last bus 21:20 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Badajoz to Mérida coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:30 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 9:30 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:15 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0h55 | 10:10 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:30 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h50 | 11:20 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:35 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0h50 | 11:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:30 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 12:30 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:00 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 13:00 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:00 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h50 | 14:50 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h15 | 14:45 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:00 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0h50 | 15:50 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 18:00 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:15 Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 1h10 | 20:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Excellent archaeological museum presenting sculptures, mosaics and everyday objects that explain Roman Augusta Emerita with clarity and scale.
Museum inside the Roman theatre complex with finds from excavations and useful context before or after visiting the adjacent monuments.
Interpretation centre dedicated to Visigothic remains, helping visitors understand the period between Roman and Islamic Mérida.
Lively central square framed by arcades and historic buildings; a practical hub for orientation, people-watching and evening strolls.
Historic street lined with noble houses and key monuments, ideal for linking the cathedral area with the Roman heart of the city on foot.
Walkable riverside green area beside the Guadiana, popular for views of the Roman bridge and a relaxed break between archaeological visits.
Iberian pork loin cured with Pimentón de la Vera. A classic Extremaduran charcuterie, prized for deep smoky flavour and local pig rearing traditions.
Air-dried cured ham from acorn-fed Iberian pigs. It is one of Extremadura’s signature foods and central to local tapas and festive meals.
Bread-based garlic soup with paprika and egg, often enriched with ham. A humble traditional dish linked to rural cooking across Extremadura.
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Extremaduran cooking in an elegant setting. Known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Stylish central restaurant focused on modern Spanish dishes and local produce. Good for a leisurely meal near Mérida’s historic core.
Traditional venue popular for Extremaduran tapas, Iberian pork and classic regional cooking in a casual, reliable atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than larger Spanish city breaks. Hotels, dining and local buses are usually reasonably priced for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually just round up the fare.
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Estacion de Autobuses -> Plaza de España, Mérida
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Most Badajoz to Mérida buses use the Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses to Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Badajoz and Mérida bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses is 1 km from Mérida city centre. Public transport options include:
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria available inside the station
Wi-Fi is available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses.
Available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses: Wheelchair access via ramps.
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