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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 23 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£36
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
6 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
6 h 55 m
Buses on 23 Sept
2
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from La Manga del Mar Menor 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 Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 buses from La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. 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 train costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £231.
Distance: 402 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £231 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid:
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid costing on average £42.
A train is £201 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid costing on average £231.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Coach takes on average 6h 41m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £32. The journey takes 6h 41m versus 4h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 9:00 La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses) | 7h30 | 16:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:15 La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses) | 6h20 | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 402 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 402 km |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
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 La Manga del Mar Menor 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 La Manga del Mar Menor to Madrid buses use the La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses) 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 La Manga del Mar Menor and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses) is 2 km from La Manga del Mar Menor city centre. Public transport options include:
La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses). ATMs are available at La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses).
Ticket office support is available at La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses).
Available at La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Manga Del Mar Menor, Gran Vía de la Manga (Estación de Autobuses): Ramps available for accessibility.
La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera is 7 km from La Manga del Mar Menor city centre. Public transport options include:
La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera. ATMs are available at La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera.
Ticket office support is available at La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera.
Available at La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Manga, Gran Vía de la Manga / C. Isla Perdiguera: Basic accessibility for wheelchairs.
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, 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.
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