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The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bailen to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bailen to Madrid will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 2 buses from Bailen to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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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Buses from Bailen to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 16:45. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 258 km |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 5:25 |
Last bus 16:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Bailen to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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0601 | 10:00 Bailén, Bailen | 4h30 | 14:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
0601 | 10:00 Bailén, Bailen | 4h25 | 14:25 Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bailen 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.

Most Bailen to Madrid buses use the Bailén, Estacion de Autobuses to Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Bailen and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available inside the terminal.
Free WiFi available at Terminal 1. ATMs are aTMs available inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus).
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus): Facilities adapted for people with reduced mobility.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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