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Centro Cultural Tafalla Kulturgunea
Local cultural centre and exhibition venue hosting rotating art, history, and community displays in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Tafalla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tafalla will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Madrid to Tafalla you need to make at least one change.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Tafalla among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 289 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £129 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tafalla coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 8:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h03 | 13:03 Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h29 | 17:29 Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h08 | 20:08 Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h53 | 20:08 Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 | 1 change | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
Normal · Normal | 1:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h00 | 6:00 Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h45 | 6:00 Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 | 1 change | |
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Buses from Madrid to Tafalla run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 18:51. The fastest coach covers the 289 km distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 289 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 53m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 18:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Tafalla — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tafalla trip today.
Local cultural centre and exhibition venue hosting rotating art, history, and community displays in a restored historic building.
Nearby wine museum in Olite explaining vineyard work, cellars, and regional traditions, making an easy cultural excursion from Tafalla.
Municipal exhibition space used for temporary art and heritage displays, useful for visitors seeking current local cultural programming.
Tafalla’s main square, lined with civic buildings and terraces, and a practical base for exploring the old town on foot.
Historic central street with traditional buildings, shops, and an everyday local atmosphere that reveals the town beyond monuments.
Traditional old-town area around the parish churches, best explored slowly for its lanes, façades, and sense of local history.
Young lamb chops grilled over vine shoots, a classic in Navarra wine country. Smoky, simple and strongly linked to local pastoral cooking.
Navarran-style eggs baked or simmered in tomato with peppers, ham or chorizo. A familiar regional staple with rich, rustic flavour.
Slow-cooked artichokes, often with ham, garlic and olive oil. Tafalla sits close to prime Navarran vegetable-growing areas, making this very traditional.
Traditional restaurant in Tafalla known for Navarran cooking, grilled meats and seasonal produce in a relaxed, established setting.
Well-known local dining room serving regional dishes, tapas and set menus. Friendly atmosphere and reliable option in the town centre.
Casual venue for pinchos, raciones and simple local plates, suited to an informal meal or aperitif with Navarran wine.
Moderate for Spain: dining is fair value, local transit needs are low in this small town, and accommodation is usually cheaper than in larger tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxis are usually rounded up, not tipped heavily.
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Tafalla Station -> Plaza de Navarra, Tafalla
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Tafalla 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 Tafalla, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Tafalla buses use the Madrid, Avenida de América to Tafalla, NA-8607 / NA-132 station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tafalla bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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