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- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
3 h 45 m
Buses on 14 Sept
2
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plasencia to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plasencia to Madrid will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 2 buses from Plasencia to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plasencia to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 207 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price | £232 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Plasencia to Madrid:
A coach is £0.53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plasencia to Madrid costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £232 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £212. The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 40m 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 CEVESA, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Plasencia to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 15:30 Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h45 | 19:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:30 Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h45 | 22:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
Normal | 9:00 Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h45 | 12:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Plasencia to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 207 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 207 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plasencia 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.

Most Plasencia to Madrid buses use the Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Plasencia and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses 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)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses.
Available at Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses 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 Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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