The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Nerja
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Nerja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nerja will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Madrid to Nerja you need to make at least one change.
Normal · Normal7:008h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:00Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)£331One-way1 change
Normal · Normal11:307h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses19:00Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)£331One-way1 change
Supra Economy · Normal9:008h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses17:15Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)£511One-way1 change
Normal · Normal11:307h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses19:00Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)£331One-way1 change
Normal · Normal7:008h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:00Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)£331One-way1 change
Supra Economy · Normal9:008h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses17:15Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)£511One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Madrid to Nerja
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nerja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 train costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£31 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Nerja bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nerja coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 7:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 15:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h15 | 17:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h30 | 19:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 change | |
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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 Grupo Interbus or Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Nerja.
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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 Grupo Interbus or Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Nerja.
- 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 Nerja.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Nerja
Buses from Madrid to Nerja run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 407 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 407 km |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Alsa Supra from Madrid to NerjaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Nerja with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Alsa Supra for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Nerja coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Nerja 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 Nerja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Grupo Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Grupo Interbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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.
- Grupo Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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.
- Grupo Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Nerja
- 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 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
- 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
- Bus: Frigiliana-Nerja
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