
The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Cáceres
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
4 h 8 m
Buses on 07 Sept
5
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Cáceres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Cáceres will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 5 buses from Madrid to Cáceres, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
NORMAL.17:304h10Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses21:40Cáceres£341One-way0 changes
NORMAL.8:004h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:45Cáceres£341One-way0 changes
NORMAL.12:003h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:55Cáceres£341One-way0 changes
MULTIMEDIA.9:453h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:35Cáceres£511One-way0 changes
MULTIMEDIA.14:304h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses18:30Cáceres£511One-way0 changes
MULTIMEDIA.9:453h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:35Cáceres£511One-way0 changes
NORMAL.12:003h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:55Cáceres£341One-way0 changes
MULTIMEDIA.14:304h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses18:30Cáceres£511One-way0 changes
NORMAL.17:304h10Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses21:40Cáceres£341One-way0 changes
NORMAL.8:004h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:45Cáceres£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Cáceres
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Cáceres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. 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 train costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £89.
Distance: 250 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£35 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Cáceres:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Cáceres costing on average £35.
A train is £65 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Cáceres costing on average £89.
Other travel options to Cáceres take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Coach takes on average 5h 19m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 5h 19m versus 2h 57m 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 Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa.
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.
Live departures
Madrid to Cáceres bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Cáceres coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MULTIMEDIA. | 14:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h00 | 18:30 Cáceres | 0 changesdirect | |
NORMAL. | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h55 | 0:25 Cáceres | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
NORMAL. | 8:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h45 | 12:45 Cáceres | 0 changesdirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 9:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h50 | 13:35 Cáceres | 0 changesdirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h55 | 15:55 Cáceres | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Cáceres
Buses from Madrid to Cáceres run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa, Grupo Interbus from Madrid to CáceresYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Cáceres with Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa, Grupo Interbus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa, Grupo Interbus from Madrid to CáceresYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Cáceres with Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa, Grupo Interbus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
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Complete guide to Cáceres
Things to do in Cáceres
Discover the best of Cáceres — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cáceres trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Helga de Alvear
Contemporary art museum in Casa Grande, showing international and Spanish collections in a calm historic setting near Plaza de San Jorge.
- Must visit
Museo de Cáceres
Provincial museum in two historic buildings, covering archaeology, ethnography and the city’s past, including a preserved cistern.
- Recommended
Museo de Historia y Cultura Casa Pedrilla-Guayasamín
Compact museum devoted to painter Juan Barjola, with modern and contemporary works in an intimate historic building.
- Must visit
Plaza Mayor
Main square framed by arcades, towers and terraces, acting as the gateway to the old town and a lively base for exploring on foot.
- Recommended
Plaza de Santa María
Beautiful square in the historic centre, enclosed by noble houses and church façades, with one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
- Recommended
Plaza de San Jorge
Historic square beside churches and palaces, quieter than Plaza Mayor and ideal for appreciating the old city’s stone architecture.
Cachopo cacereño
Pork loin stuffed with ham and cheese, then breaded and fried. A classic bar snack in Cáceres and across Extremadura, named after the local city quarter.
- Gluten-free
Secreto ibérico
Iberian pork sirloin or loin from acorn-fed pigs, prized in Extremadura for its rich flavour and strong links to the dehesa landscape.
- Gluten-free
Torta del Casar
Creamy sheep’s milk cheese from Extremadura with a thistle-set curd. It is one of the region’s most distinctive traditional products.
Atrio
Refined dining in Cáceres’ historic centre, with contemporary regional cooking and a calm, elegant atmosphere.
El Figón de Eustaquio
Well-known restaurant serving Extremaduran specialities and seasonal Spanish dishes in a polished but approachable setting.
Torre de Sande
Traditional Extremaduran restaurant known for Iberian pork, local cheeses and classic dishes in a characterful old-town setting.
Euro (€)
More affordable than Madrid or Barcelona. Hotels, meals and drinks are moderate, and the compact old town keeps local transport costs low for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal or tapas.
- 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. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxis are usually rounded up, not tipped heavily.
Cáceres Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Caceres, Estación De Autobuses -> Plaza Mayor, Cáceres
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Use the official Cáceres Bus app for live waiting times, incidents and route planning.
- Urban bus fare details were not reliably visible from the official sources retrieved; check the operator fare page before travel.
FAQs: Madrid to Cáceres coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Cáceres 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 Cáceres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Cáceres
Most Madrid to Cáceres buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Cáceres station pair, with some services arriving at Caceres, Estación De Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Cáceres bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to Cáceres 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.
Getting to Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) has practical services for this route, including ATM, Taxis, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Which Cáceres station do buses from Madrid arrive at?
Getting to Cáceres from Cáceres city centre
Cáceres bus station facilities and services
Cáceres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cáceres. ATMs are available at Cáceres.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cáceres.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cáceres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cáceres: Wheelchair access available.
Getting to Caceres, Estación De Autobuses from Cáceres city centre
Caceres, Estación De Autobuses is 2 km from Cáceres city centre. Public transport options include:
Caceres, Estación De Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Caceres, Estación 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 Montaito (0.5 km), Mesón San Juan (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Caceres, Estación De Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Caceres, Estación De Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Caceres, Estación De Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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