
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 55 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Los Alcazares to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Alcazares to Madrid will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Los Alcazares to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 386 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 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Los Alcazares to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. 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 £32, while a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 386 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £70 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Alcazares to Madrid:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Los Alcazares to Madrid costing on average £40.
A train is £22 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Alcazares to Madrid costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 52m.
Coach takes on average 5h 36m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 5h 36m versus 4h 10m 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 Los Alcazares to Madrid coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:20 Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández | 6h55 | 15:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:20 Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández | 7h35 | 15:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:20 Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández | 7h15 | 15:35 Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Los Alcazares to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 19:20. The fastest coach covers the 386 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 386 km |
Average bus duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 19:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Alcazares 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 Los Alcazares to Madrid buses use the Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández 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 Los Alcazares and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández. ATMs are available at Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández.
Ticket office support is available at Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández.
Available at Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Alcazares, Av. Trece de Octubre / C. Miguel Hernández: Basic access for persons with reduced mobility.
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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