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- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 45 m
Buses on 05 Sept
28
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Albacete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Albacete will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 28 buses from Madrid to Albacete, including 28 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Albacete among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 225 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Madrid to Albacete:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Albacete costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Albacete take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 23m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (2h 23m by bus vs 2h 38m by car) and save roughly £21 compared to fuel and tolls (£17 vs £39). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Albacete coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 10:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 11:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 8:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:00 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h10 | 12:55 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 12:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h25 | 12:55 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 13:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 13:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 15:45 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h15 | 15:45 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 15:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 16:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 17:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 17:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 17:45 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 15:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 19:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 16:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 19:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h45 | 20:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h00 | 20:30 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h15 | 20:45 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 20:15 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h00 | 22:00 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h15 | 3:00 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 2:45 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h30 | 3:00 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h15 | 2:45 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h55 | 3:40 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Albacete run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 225 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Discover the best of Albacete — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albacete trip today.
A specialist museum dedicated to Albacete’s knife-making tradition, displaying blades, craftsmanship and the trade that shaped the city’s identity.
The city’s key museum presents archaeology, fine arts and regional history, offering a compact introduction to Albacete and Castilla-La Mancha.
A distinctive collection focused on children’s culture, school life and toys, offering a nostalgic and unusual visit in central Albacete.
An elegant covered passage lined with shops and ornate modernist details, perfect for a short stroll and one of Albacete’s signature urban spaces.
The city’s central square is a practical starting point, framed by civic buildings and terraces and often hosting seasonal events and gatherings.
A broad green park with ponds, shaded walks and leisure areas, popular with locals for relaxing breaks close to the centre.
A rich rice dish from La Mancha cooked with rabbit, chicken, snails and saffron. It is a classic festive recipe closely tied to inland rural cooking.
Thin unleavened flatbreads from La Mancha, often broken into pieces and cooked with game or pork. A deeply traditional shepherds’ dish of the province.
A robust stew of chickpeas, beans, pork and blood sausage. It is a hearty cold-weather speciality in Albacete province and wider La Mancha.
Refined dining in central Albacete with modern regional cooking and tasting menus in an elegant, calm setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled dishes and local favourites, with a lively modern dining room.
Stylish restaurant serving updated Spanish cuisine and well-presented plates in a contemporary setting.
Albacete is moderate for Spain: lodging, meals and local buses usually cost less than in Madrid or Barcelona, but tourist-centre prices can still add up.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. In taxis, rounding up the fare is usual.
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Estación de Autobuses de Albacete -> Plaza del Altozano, Albacete
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Albacete 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 Albacete, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Albacete buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Albacete, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Albacete bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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