The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to El Barco de Avila
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 17 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to El Barco de Avila is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to El Barco de Avila will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Madrid to El Barco de Avila, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
Normal20:302h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses22:45El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses£151One-way0 changes
Normal8:302h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses10:45El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses£151One-way0 changes
Normal16:102h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses18:30El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses£151One-way0 changes
Normal20:302h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses22:45El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses£151One-way0 changes
Normal8:302h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses10:45El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses£151One-way0 changes
Normal16:102h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses18:30El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Madrid to El Barco de Avila
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to El Barco de Avila among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 154 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 2h 29m versus 2h 15m 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 CEVESA, BlaBlaCar, Jiménez Dorado.
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 El Barco de Avila bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to El Barco de Avila coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h15 | 10:45 El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:10 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h20 | 18:30 El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to El Barco de Avila
Buses from Madrid to El Barco de Avila run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 6:40 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: CEVESA, BlaBlaCar, Jiménez Dorado from Madrid to El Barco de AvilaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to El Barco de Avila with CEVESA, BlaBlaCar, Jiménez Dorado for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to El Barco de Avila coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to El Barco de Avila 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 El Barco de Avila, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- CEVESA
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- CEVESA
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a 10% fee. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- CEVESA
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- CEVESA
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- CEVESA
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and El Barco de Avila
Most Madrid to El Barco de Avila buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to El Barco de Ávila, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and El Barco de Avila bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to El Barco de Avila 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.
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