The cheapest and fastest coaches from Motril to Madrid
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Motril to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to Madrid will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 19 buses that leave Motril for Madrid every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 408 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.
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Compare coach, flight and train for Motril to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Motril to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. 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 coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 408 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Motril to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Supra Economy | 06:00 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 12:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 07:05 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h55 | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 07:10 Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 6h50 | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 09:00 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 17:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 17:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 19:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 21:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:10 Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 7h20 | 21:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:15 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 22:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 16:05 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 22:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:05 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h55 | 23:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 21:00 Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 05:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:10 Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 8h20 | 05:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Motril to Madrid
Buses from Motril to Madrid run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 408 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 408 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Motril to MadridYou can travel by bus between Motril to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Motril to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Motril, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Motril and Madrid
- 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
- 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
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