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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£45
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£69
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
7 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
8 h 12 m
Buses on 30 Aug
11
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Garrucha to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garrucha to Madrid will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 11 buses from Garrucha to Madrid, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Garrucha to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 395 km
Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Garrucha to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:50 Garrucha | 12h40 | 18:30 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Garrucha | 8h40 | 18:25 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Garrucha to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £37 by flight.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 395 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 395 km |
Average bus duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garrucha 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 Garrucha to Madrid buses use the Garrucha, Calle Mayor to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Garrucha and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Garrucha, Calle Mayor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Garrucha, Calle Mayor. ATMs are available at Garrucha, Calle Mayor.
Ticket office support is available at Garrucha, Calle Mayor.
Available at Garrucha, Calle Mayor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garrucha, Calle Mayor: Accessible pathways available.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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