The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Isla Cristina
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
8 h 16 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Isla Cristina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Isla Cristina will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Isla Cristina every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 475 km distance in an average of 8 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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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Compare coach and flight for Madrid to Isla Cristina
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Isla Cristina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 475 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Isla Cristina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Isla Cristina coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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BASE | 22:15 Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 | 9h00 | 07:15 Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 22:59 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h16 | 07:15 Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 09:00 Madrid | 8h40 | 17:40 Isla Cristina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Isla Cristina
Buses from Madrid to Isla Cristina run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 475 km distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 475 km |
Average bus duration 9h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 16m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: Socibus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to Isla CristinaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Isla Cristina with Socibus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Isla Cristina coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Isla Cristina 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 Isla Cristina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Socibus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- Socibus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Socibus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Socibus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Socibus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Isla Cristina
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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