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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Jaén
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Jaén is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Jaén will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for Jaén every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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 Jaén
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Jaén 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 43m. 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 £31, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 295 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £196 Average Price |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Madrid to Jaén bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Jaén coaches for today, Wednesday 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 0601 | 08:00 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 4h10 | 12:10 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0603 | 14:30 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 4h00 | 18:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0601 | 18:00 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 4h45 | 22:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Jaén
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Buses from Madrid to Jaén run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:45, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 05:45 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: Samar, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to JaénYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Jaén with Samar, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Jaén coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Jaén 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 Jaén, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, C. De Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses), which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Jaén, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Jaén
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- 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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