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Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Águilas
Municipal museum introducing Águilas through archaeology, marine heritage and local traditions. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Águilas
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Sept
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
7 h 40 m
Buses on 01 Sept
2
Distance
382 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Águilas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Águilas will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Fast coaches
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 2 buses from Madrid to Águilas, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 382 km distance in an average of 7 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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.
Normal17:306h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0:15Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses£431One-way0 changes- Normal · Normal8:308h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses17:05Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses£451One-way1 change
- Normal17:306h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0:15Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses£431One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal8:308h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses17:05Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses£451One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Águilas
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Águilas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. 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 £46, while a flight costs an average of £172.
Distance: 382 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price | £49 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Águilas bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Águilas coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 8:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h35 | 17:05 Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h45 | 0:15 Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Madrid to Águilas coaches with Omio?
Alsa as well as Bus BAM offer coaches services from Madrid to Águilas.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Águilas
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Buses from Madrid to Águilas run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 382 km distance in 6h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £40
Distance 382 km |
Average bus duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 17:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £40
Bus providers: Alsa, Bus BAM, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to ÁguilasYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Águilas with Alsa, Bus BAM, BlaBlaCar for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£43
Alsa frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Bus BAM
About
Bus BAM, founded in 2011, is a Spanish transportation company specializing in bus rental and travel services, particularly between Almería and Madrid. They also operate key routes like Murcia-Torrevieja and Almería-Cartagena-Alicante, and manage urban transport in Úbeda. Bus BAM focuses on reliability, comfort, and customer satisfaction, offering modern buses equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, multimedia systems, and accessibility features. They provide tailored solutions for group travel, events, and corporate transportation, aiming to be a leading choice for bus transport in their service areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bus BAM Duration
8h 35m
Cheapest Bus BAM Price
£44
Bus BAM frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Águilas
Things to do in Águilas
Discover the best of Águilas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Águilas trip today.
- Recommended
Museo del Ferrocarril de Águilas
Small railway museum focused on the Hornillo pier, mining exports and the train links that shaped modern Águilas.
- Recommended
Museo del Carnaval de Águilas
Interpretation centre devoted to the famous local Carnival, with costumes and displays that explain one of Águilas’ best-known traditions.
- Must visit
Embarcadero del Hornillo
Historic ore-loading pier stretching into the sea. Its industrial character and open views make it one of the town’s most memorable walking spots.
- Recommended
Plaza de España
Lively central square framed by arcades and civic buildings. A classic meeting point and an easy base for exploring the old town on foot.
- Recommended
Paseo de Parra
Seafront promenade lined with palms and views across the main beach. Ideal for a relaxed walk between the centre, harbour and historic sights.
- Gluten-free
Caldero
Caldero is a rice dish cooked in rich fish stock with local rock fish, a hallmark of the Murcian coast and a classic around Águilas.
- Gluten-free
Arroz a banda
Arroz a banda is rice cooked in seafood stock, traditionally served with separate fish or alioli, valued for its deep coastal flavour.
- Gluten-free
Mújol a la sal
Mújol a la sal is local grey mullet baked in a salt crust, a simple traditional way to highlight very fresh fish from the coast.
La Veleta
Established seafront restaurant known for rice dishes, seafood and Mediterranean cooking in a relaxed setting near the bay.
Casa Menéndez
Popular casual venue for fresh fish, tapas and rice dishes, with an easy-going atmosphere suited to lunch by the coast.
El Tiburón
Well-known restaurant specialising in seafood and paella-style rice dishes, with polished service and views over the marina area.
Euro (€)
More affordable than many Spanish beach resorts. Dining is reasonable, local transport needs are low, and accommodation is usually moderate outside peak summer.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafés, and round up taxi fares.
Águilas Turismo
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza de España, Águilas
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Buy bus tickets from the driver or at Águilas Movilidad offices; the official fares page confirms these sales channels.
- No official current single ticket or day pass fare was verified from an operator or authority fare page, so fare fields are left blank.
FAQs: Madrid to Águilas coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Águilas 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 Águilas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Águilas can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to Águilas is £46; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Madrid to Águilas is 6h 30m to travel the 382 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Madrid to Águilas leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Madrid to Águilas leaves at 17:30.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Madrid to Águilas with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Madrid to Águilas, you can count on Alsa, Bus BAM, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Águilas. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Madrid and Águilas and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Águilas from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Madrid to Águilas is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Águilas including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Madrid to Águilas:
- Bus BAM
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to Águilas for coach company Alsa, Bus BAM.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Madrid to Águilas depends on the coach companies:
- Bus BAM
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Bus BAM.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to Águilas.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Águilas:
- Bus BAM
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Águilas:
- Bus BAM
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Madrid to Águilas. The following conditions apply:
- Bus BAM
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Madrid to Águilas with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to Águilas with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Madrid to Águilas with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Águilas
Most Madrid to Águilas buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Águilas bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Madrid
Arrival bus stations in Águilas
Which Madrid station do buses to Águilas leave from?
Buses from Madrid to Águilas leave from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. The station is 3 km from Madrid city centre at Calle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesCalle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC5, C10, C7 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~23 min
C10, C7 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
C3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
BusN11 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
N13 · 18m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
148 · 45m · £4 · every ~30 min
Subway6 · 24m · £2 · every ~48 min
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses
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