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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.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lerma to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lerma to Madrid will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 4 buses from Lerma to Madrid, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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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Buses from Lerma to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:25, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 179 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 179 km |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 4:25 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lerma to Madrid.
The table below shows live departures for Lerma to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal | 12:30 Lerma, Estación de Autobuses | 2h10 | 14:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:35 Lerma, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 18:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:35 Lerma, Estación de Autobuses | 2h05 | 18:40 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:30 Lerma, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 22:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lerma 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 Lerma to Madrid buses use the Lerma, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, Avenida de América station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Lerma and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lerma, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Lerma, Estación de Autobuses. ATMs are available at Lerma, Estación de Autobuses.
Ticket office support is available at Lerma, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Lerma, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lerma, Estación de Autobuses: Station equipped with ramps for accessibility.
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.
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, Estación de Moncloa is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación de Moncloa 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 Moncloa (0.2 km), Burger King (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación de Moncloa.
Available at Madrid, Estación de Moncloa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación de Moncloa: Elevators, ramps.
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