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Museo Arqueológico de Guardamar del Segura
Local museum presenting the Phoenician site of La Fonteta and finds from Guardamar's ancient history in a compact modern display.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
6 h 5 m
Buses on 19 Sept
4
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 4 buses from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 368 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 368 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg 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 Guardamar del Segura:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura costing on average £38.
A coach is £21 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura costing on average £57.
Other travel options to Guardamar del Segura take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
Coach takes on average 5h 25m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 5h 25m versus 4h 25m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Guardamar del Segura coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 22:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h00 | 5:45 Guardamar, Carrer Molivent | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h15 | 5:45 Guardamar, Carrer Molivent | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
Normal | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h25 | 15:55 Guardamar, Carrer Molivent | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h40 | 19:10 Guardamar, Carrer Molivent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 368 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 368 km |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Guardamar del Segura — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guardamar del Segura trip today.
Local museum presenting the Phoenician site of La Fonteta and finds from Guardamar's ancient history in a compact modern display.
Museum dedicated to engineer Francisco Mira and the reforestation of the dunes, explaining how the landscape was stabilised and protected.
Exhibition space linked to the Arabic ribat site, useful for understanding the medieval Islamic presence around Guardamar.
Large dune and pine park by the beach, ideal for shaded walks, birdlife and learning how Guardamar protected its shifting sands.
Long seafront promenade popular for coastal walks, beach access and sunset views, with a relaxed atmosphere close to the town centre.
Green walking area along the Segura estuary, appreciated for wetland scenery, birdwatching and easy routes between river and coast.
Arroz con costra is a festive baked rice from the Vega Baja, finished with egg on top. It is a proud local speciality around Guardamar and nearby Orihuela.
Caldero is a coastal rice dish cooked in rich fish stock, traditionally served with fish and alioli. It reflects the fishing heritage of the Alicante coast.
Arroz a banda is rice cooked in seafood stock, traditionally made by fishermen. Its deep marine flavour makes it a classic along this stretch of coast.
Popular seafront restaurant known for rice dishes, seafood and Mediterranean cooking in a relaxed beach setting.
Established dining spot serving paella, fresh fish and Spanish classics with a polished yet approachable atmosphere.
Well-known local venue for tapas, rice dishes and seafood, popular for informal meals near the coast.
Moderate for Spain’s Costa Blanca. Dining is reasonable, but summer stays near the beach cost more; local buses are low cost.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; in cafés leave small change, and in taxis round up the fare.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Guardamar del Segura 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 Guardamar del Segura, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Guardamar del Segura buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Guardamar, Carrer Molivent station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Guardamar del Segura bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Guardamar, Carrer Molivent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café adjacent to station.
Wi-Fi is available at Guardamar, Carrer Molivent. ATMs are available at Guardamar, Carrer Molivent.
Ticket office support is available at Guardamar, Carrer Molivent.
Available at Guardamar, Carrer Molivent: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guardamar, Carrer Molivent: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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