The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Benalmádena
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 18 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Benalmádena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Benalmádena will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for Benalmádena every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 432 km distance in an average of 13 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 10 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.
BASE9:006h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:30Torremolinos, Av. de los Manantiales (Supeco)£171One-way0 changes
BASE9:006h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:55Fuengirola, Av. Ramón y Cajal / C. Lamo de Espinosa£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:5519h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:30Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)£541One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:2020h10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)8:30Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)£621One-way1 change
BASE9:006h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:30Torremolinos, Av. de los Manantiales (Supeco)£171One-way0 changes
BASE9:006h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:55Fuengirola, Av. Ramón y Cajal / C. Lamo de Espinosa£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:5519h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:30Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)£541One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:2020h10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)8:30Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)£621One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Benalmádena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Benalmádena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 432 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £127 Average Price |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Benalmádena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Benalmádena coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 9:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h55 | 15:55 Fuengirola, Av. Ramón y Cajal / C. Lamo de Espinosa | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 9:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h30 | 15:30 Torremolinos, Av. de los Manantiales (Supeco) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h10 | 8:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 19h35 | 8:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Grupo Interbus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Benalmádena
Buses from Madrid to Benalmádena run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 432 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 432 km |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 8:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Alsa from Madrid to BenalmádenaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Benalmádena with BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Alsa for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Benalmádena coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Benalmádena 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 Benalmádena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Grupo Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Grupo Interbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Grupo Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Grupo Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Benalmádena
Most Madrid to Benalmádena buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Torremolinos, Av. de los Manantiales (Supeco) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Benalmádena bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to Benalmádena leave from?
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:
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.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
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) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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