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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Córdoba
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Córdoba is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Córdoba will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 10 buses that leave Madrid for Córdoba every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Córdoba
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Córdoba among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 296 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £33 Average Price |
8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Córdoba bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Córdoba coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BASE | 08:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h50 | 12:50 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| BASE | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h55 | 14:55 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| BASE | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h50 | 18:50 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| BASE | 22:15 Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 | 5h30 | 03:45 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| BASE | 22:59 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h46 | 03:45 Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Córdoba
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Buses from Madrid to Córdoba run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to CórdobaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Córdoba with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Córdoba coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Córdoba 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 Córdoba, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Córdoba
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante La Pausa (0.2 km)
- Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 101, 200, Exprés Aeropuerto Metro: L8
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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