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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from La Carolina to Madrid
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from La Carolina to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Carolina to Madrid will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 11 buses that leave La Carolina for Madrid every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 238 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for La Carolina to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from La Carolina to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 238 km
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£26 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
La Carolina to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for La Carolina to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0603 | 09:30 La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 12:30 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0603 | 09:30 La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 3h50 | 13:20 Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0603 | 15:15 La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 18:15 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from La Carolina to Madrid
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Buses from La Carolina to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 238 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 06:40 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: Samar, BlaBlaCar from La Carolina to MadridYou can travel by bus between La Carolina to Madrid with Samar, BlaBlaCar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: La Carolina to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Carolina 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.
- Samar
- Samar buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, but cancellations within 24 hours are not eligible for a refund.
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Samar
- 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.
- Samar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for 10€ per bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Samar
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, while larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in La Carolina and Madrid
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- 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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