The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Mérida
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Mérida is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Mérida will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 9 buses that leave Madrid for Mérida every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 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 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Mérida
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Mérida among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. 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 train costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 281 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Mérida bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Mérida coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MULTIMEDIA. | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h00 | 17:30 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h00 | 13:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h30 | 13:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h00 | 13:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h30 | 13:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 change | |
NORMAL. | 06:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h10 | 11:25 Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanza?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanza, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Mérida.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Mérida
Buses from Madrid to Mérida run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus from Madrid to MéridaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Mérida with Avanza, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Mérida coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Mérida 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 Mérida, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Mérida
- 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
- 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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