The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Motril
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Motril is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Motril will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 14 buses that leave Madrid for Motril every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 408 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
Normal15:305h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses21:25Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal8:005h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:55Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal15:006h25Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América21:25Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal7:156h40Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América13:55Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal · Normal1:307h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:30Motril, Estación de Autobuses£281One-way1 change
Normal15:305h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses21:25Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal8:005h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:55Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal15:006h25Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América21:25Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Normal · Normal16:306h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses23:05Motril, Estación de Autobuses£281One-way1 change
Normal7:156h40Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América13:55Motril, Estación de Autobuses£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Madrid to Motril
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Motril among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 408 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price | £46 Average Price |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Motril bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Motril coaches for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Supra Economy · Normal | 8:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h00 | 16:15 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h15 | 16:15 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h30 | 21:30 Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h35 | 23:05 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
Normal · Normal | 1:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h00 | 8:30 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Motril by coach, flight or train
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Motril.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Motril.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Motril.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Motril
Buses from Madrid to Motril run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 408 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 408 km |
Average bus duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to MotrilYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Motril with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Motril coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Motril 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 Motril, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Motril
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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