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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to La Carolina
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to La Carolina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to La Carolina will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for La Carolina 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 238 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Madrid to La Carolina
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to La Carolina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 238 km
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3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid to La Carolina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to La Carolina coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0603 | 08:00 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 2h45 | 10:45 La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0603 | 13:35 Madrid, Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez T1 (Parking Bus) | 3h45 | 17:20 La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0603 | 14:30 Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 2h50 | 17:20 La Carolina, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to La Carolina
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Buses from Madrid to La Carolina run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 238 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 06:40 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Samar, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to La CarolinaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to La Carolina with Samar, BlaBlaCar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to La Carolina coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to La Carolina 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 La Carolina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Samar
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Samar
- Samar buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, but cancellations within 24 hours are not eligible for a refund.
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Samar
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for 10€ per bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Samar
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, while larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and La Carolina
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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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