The cheapest and fastest coaches from Córdoba to Madrid
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Córdoba to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Córdoba to Madrid will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 10 buses that leave Córdoba for Madrid every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.
BASE17:105h20Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses22:30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£201One-way0 changes
1:504h30Córdoba6:20Madrid£201One-way0 changes
10:305h10Córdoba15:40Madrid£201One-way0 changes
11:004h50Córdoba15:50Madrid£201One-way0 changes
14:004h30Córdoba18:30Madrid£211One-way0 changes
5:504h10Córdoba10:00Madrid£221One-way0 changes
1:504h30Córdoba6:20Madrid£201One-way0 changes
14:004h30Córdoba18:30Madrid£211One-way0 changes
BASE9:004h45Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses13:45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£281One-way0 changes
11:004h50Córdoba15:50Madrid£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Córdoba to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Córdoba to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 296 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Córdoba to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Córdoba to Madrid coaches for today, Wednesday 8 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 15:10 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 23:00 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 5h40 | 4:40 Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 23:00 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 4h50 | 3:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 9 April | |||||
BASE | 7:00 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 11:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Córdoba to Madrid
Buses from Córdoba to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Secorbus, BlaBlaCar from Córdoba to MadridYou can travel by bus between Córdoba to Madrid with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Córdoba to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Córdoba 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.

- Secorbus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Secorbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Secorbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Secorbus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Secorbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without additional charge.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Córdoba 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante La Pausa (0.2 km)
- Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 101, 200, Exprés Aeropuerto Metro: L8
- 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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