The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Tarifa
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
10 h 26 m
Average duration
14 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Tarifa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tarifa will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Madrid to Tarifa you need to make at least one change.
19:0018h50Madrid13:50Tarifa£441One-way1 change
23:5910h26Madrid10:25Tarifa£551One-way1 change
23:5910h26Madrid10:25Tarifa£551One-way1 change
19:0018h50Madrid13:50Tarifa£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Tarifa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Tarifa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 517 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £268 Average Price |
7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Tarifa bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tarifa coaches for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:00 Madrid | 8h10 | 0:10 Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Tarifa by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Madrid to Tarifa coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Samar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Samar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Empresa Municipal de Transportes, Grupo Interbus or Socibus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Tarifa.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Samar with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Tarifa.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Empresa Municipal de Transportes, Grupo Interbus or Socibus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Tarifa.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Tarifa.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Tarifa
Buses from Madrid to Tarifa run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 05:30. The fastest coach covers the 517 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 517 km |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 5:30 |
Last bus 5:30 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Samar, Empresa Municipal de Transportes, Grupo Interbus, Socibus from Madrid to TarifaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Tarifa with BlaBlaCar, Samar, Empresa Municipal de Transportes, Grupo Interbus, Socibus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Tarifa coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Tarifa 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 Tarifa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Samar
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Grupo Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Socibus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Socibus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Grupo Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Socibus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Samar
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Grupo Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Socibus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Grupo Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Socibus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
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