The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ciudad Real to Madrid
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ciudad Real to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ciudad Real to Madrid will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ciudad Real for Madrid every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ciudad Real to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ciudad Real to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 161 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ciudad Real to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ciudad Real to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Friday 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:30 Ciudad Real | 2h40 | 11:10 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Ciudad Real | 1h50 | 11:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Ciudad Real | 2h30 | 13:00 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Ciudad Real | 2h10 | 15:40 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Ciudad Real | 1h50 | 15:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Ciudad Real to Madrid by coach or train
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Why should you book Ciudad Real to Madrid coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA), but also compare tickets for the likes of Samar or Interbus to find the best option for your trip from Ciudad Real to Madrid.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Samar or Interbus to find the best option for your trip from Ciudad Real to Madrid.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ciudad Real to Madrid.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ciudad Real to Madrid
Buses from Ciudad Real to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:45, the last at 15:00. The fastest coach covers the 161 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 09:45 |
Last bus 15:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA), Samar, Interbus from Ciudad Real to MadridYou can travel by bus between Ciudad Real to Madrid with BlaBlaCar, AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA), Samar, Interbus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ciudad Real to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ciudad Real 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.

- Samar
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Interbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Samar
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- 15€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ciudad Real and Madrid
- 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
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