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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to El Escorial

Showing times and prices for 16 Nov

Cheapest price

£2

Average price

£2

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

26 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to El Escorial 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 Escorial will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for El Escorial every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 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.

BlaBlaCar
22:000h20
Madrid
22:20El Escorial
£21One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
20:400h30
Madrid
21:10El Escorial
£21One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
17:300h30
Madrid
18:00El Escorial
£21One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
09:200h20
Madrid
09:40El Escorial
£31One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
18:300h30
Madrid
19:00El Escorial
£31One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Madrid to El Escorial

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to El Escorial among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 42 km

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Train

£4

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

1h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Madrid to El Escorial bus times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to El Escorial coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacar08:20 Madrid
0h20
08:40 El Escorial0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to El Escorial

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Buses from Madrid to El Escorial run on average 5 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 12:15, the last at 17:40. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance
42 km
Average bus duration
42m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
5m
First bus
12:15
Last bus
17:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid from Madrid to El EscorialYou can travel by bus between Madrid to El Escorial with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£4
Alsa frequency
30 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5m
Cheapest Price
£4
Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid frequency
21 a day

FAQs: Madrid to El Escorial coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to El Escorial 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 Escorial, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to El Escorial can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to El Escorial is £5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Madrid to El Escorial is 10 min   to travel the 26 mile long journey, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Madrid to El Escorial leaves at 14: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Madrid to El Escorial leaves at 19: 45.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Madrid to El Escorial with Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Madrid to El Escorial, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Alsa or Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid for the best way to get you to El Escorial. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to El Escorial from Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to El Escorial from Madrid is worth doing with a journey time of 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
You have options as you can travel to El Escorial from Madrid 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Madrid to El Escorial has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.
    No, luggage for the coach from Madrid to El Escorial needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Madrid to El Escorial.

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