The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Santa Pola
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
366 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Santa Pola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Santa Pola will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 10 buses that leave Madrid for Santa Pola 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 366 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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, flight and train for Madrid to Santa Pola
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Santa Pola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 £12, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 366 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Santa Pola bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santa Pola coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 21:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h40 | 04:25 Santa Pola | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h55 | 04:25 Santa Pola | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
Normal · Normal | 10:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h05 | 17:50 Santa Pola | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h10 | 17:40 Santa Pola | 1 change | |
Normal | 12:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h20 | 17:50 Santa Pola | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Santa Pola 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 Grupo Subús or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Santa Pola.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Santa Pola
Buses from Madrid to Santa Pola run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 366 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 366 km |
Average bus duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús, Infobus from Madrid to Santa PolaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Santa Pola with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús, Infobus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Santa Pola coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Santa Pola 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 Santa Pola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Grupo Subús
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Ramps for easy boarding and alighting.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Grupo Subús
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Grupo Subús
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Santa Pola
- 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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