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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Zafra
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 15 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
322 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Zafra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Zafra will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Madrid to Zafra, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.
BASE15:005h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses20:15Zafra, Estación Autobuses£271One-way0 changes- BASE9:005h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:15Zafra, Estación Autobuses£271One-way0 changes
- BASE15:005h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses20:15Zafra, Estación Autobuses£271One-way0 changes
- BASE9:005h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:15Zafra, Estación Autobuses£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Zafra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Zafra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price | £46 Average Price | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Zafra is a coach with an average price of £28.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Zafra:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Zafra costing on average £39.
A coach is £18 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Zafra costing on average £46.
The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Zafra is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 15m.
Other travel options to Zafra take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Coach takes on average 5h 3m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Zafra including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 5h 3m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Madrid to Zafra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Zafra coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| BASE | 15:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 20:15 Zafra, Estación Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| BASE | 9:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 14:15 Zafra, Estación Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Grupo Interbus as well as Avanza offer coaches services from Madrid to Zafra.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Zafra.
Why book with Omio vs Grupo Interbus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grupo Interbus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanza to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Zafra.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Zafra.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Zafra
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Buses from Madrid to Zafra run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:10, the last at 15:05. The fastest coach covers the 322 km distance in 5h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance 322 km |
Average bus duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 3:10 |
Last bus 15:05 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Bus providers: Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar, Avanza from Madrid to ZafraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Zafra with Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar, Avanza for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Grupo Interbus
About
Grupo Interbus is a prominent bus company that began in 1972 with the acquisition of \González Cristóbal\" and later DAMAS, leading to continuous growth across Spain. The company focuses on providing sustainable and quality mobility solutions, aiming to be a leader in the national passenger transport market. Grupo Interbus serves over 45 million people annually with a team of more than 1,700 employees. They offer national and international routes, with a strong presence in regions like Madrid, Andalusia, and Murcia. Passengers can expect amenities such as free Wi-Fi and on-board entertainment on their journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Grupo Interbus Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Grupo Interbus Price
£27
Grupo Interbus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation recommended.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Avanza
About
Avanza is one of the most popular bus companies in Spain, offering routes throughout the country and Portugal. Avanza has a large fleet of buses ranging from the Standard Bus with A/C and onboard entertainment to the Express, Multimedia, Multimedia Plus, and Multimedia VIP buses, which depending on the route, include WiFi, restrooms, additional entertainment, and much more. In addition, Avanza’s standard single ticket is affordable and suitable for every budget for your trip
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanza Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest Avanza Price
£49
Avanza frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fee may apply.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
What's included in each class
Compare Avanza classes and the amenities included in each one.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Complete guide to Zafra
Things to do in Zafra
Discover the best of Zafra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zafra trip today.
- Recommended
Museo de Santa Clara
Municipal museum inside a former convent, with archaeology, religious art and local history displays that introduce Zafra and the surrounding region.
Centro Cultural Santa Marina
Permanent exhibition space dedicated to the town’s literary and cultural heritage, suitable for visitors seeking a quieter, more local perspective.
Sala de Exposiciones Las Tenerías
Art-focused venue used for temporary exhibitions and cultural programming. A good choice to see contemporary work in a historic town setting.
- Must visit
Plaza Grande
Arcaded main square lined with historic buildings. It is the social heart of Zafra and one of the town’s most atmospheric places to stroll.
- Must visit
Plaza Chica
Elegant neighbouring square linked to Plaza Grande by the old centre’s arcades. Its open layout and façades capture Zafra’s market-town character.
- Recommended
Calle Sevilla
Traditional shopping and walking street connecting key parts of the centre. It is useful for appreciating everyday life alongside historic architecture.
- Gluten-free
Jamón ibérico de bellota
Iberian acorn-fed ham from nearby Extremadura. Thinly sliced and intensely savoury, it is one of the region’s most prized traditional foods.
Gazpacho extremeño
Extremaduran cold soup of tomato, pepper, garlic, olive oil and bread. A classic summer dish in the area, often finished with ham or egg.
Migas extremeñas
Rustic breadcrumb dish cooked with garlic, peppers and pork products. It is a long-standing shepherd-style staple across Extremadura.
Restaurante La Rebotica
Established restaurant in central Zafra known for Extremaduran cooking, Iberian pork and a traditional dining room.
Bar Tapería La Plaza
Popular casual stop for tapas, raciones and Iberian specialities. Good for an informal meal with local flavours.
Restaurante Mandala
Traditional venue focused on regional dishes, cured meats and local produce, with a classic atmosphere near the historic centre.
Euro (€)
Zafra is generally cheaper than larger Spanish tourist cities, with reasonable hotel rates, low dining costs and minimal local transport spending.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €40-60 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change is fine in cafés. Taxi drivers usually get the fare rounded up.
FAQs: Madrid to Zafra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Zafra 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 Zafra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Zafra can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to Zafra is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Madrid to Zafra is 5h 15m to travel the 322 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Madrid to Zafra leaves at 3:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Madrid to Zafra leaves at 15:05.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Madrid to Zafra with Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Madrid to Zafra, you can count on Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar, Avanza for the best way to get you to Zafra. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Madrid and Zafra and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zafra, Estación Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Zafra from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Madrid to Zafra is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Zafra including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Madrid to Zafra:
- Grupo Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to Zafra for coach company Grupo Interbus, Avanza.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Grupo Interbus, Avanza.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Madrid to Zafra depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to Zafra.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Zafra:
- Grupo Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Zafra:
- Grupo Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Madrid to Zafra. The following conditions apply:
- Grupo Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Madrid to Zafra with the following coach company: Grupo Interbus, Avanza
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to Zafra with the following coach company: Grupo Interbus, Avanza.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Madrid to Zafra with the following coach company: Grupo Interbus, Avanza.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Zafra
Most Madrid to Zafra buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Zafra, Estación Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Zafra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Madrid
Arrival bus stations in Zafra
Which Madrid station do buses to Zafra leave from?
Buses from Madrid to Zafra leave from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. The station is 3 km from Madrid city centre at Calle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesCalle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC5, C10, C7 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~23 min
C10, C7 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
C3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
BusN11 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
N13 · 18m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
148 · 45m · £4 · every ~30 min
Subway6 · 24m · £2 · every ~48 min
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Which Zafra station do buses from Madrid arrive at?
Buses from Madrid to Zafra arrive at Zafra, Estación Autobuses. Zafra, Estación Autobuses is 1 km from Zafra city centre.
Zafra, Estación Autobuses06300 Zafra, Badajoz, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Zafra, Estación Autobuses from Zafra city centre
Zafra, Estación Autobuses is 1 km from Zafra city centre. Public transport options include:
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Zafra, Estación Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Zafra, Estación Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at Zafra, Estación Autobuses.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zafra, Estación Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zafra, Estación Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zafra, Estación Autobuses: Wheelchair access is available.
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