4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from San Fernando to Madrid
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from San Fernando to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Fernando to Madrid will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 9 buses that leave San Fernando for Madrid every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 489 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
16:306h10San Fernando22:40Madrid£271One-way0 changes- 11:007h40San Fernando18:40Madrid£281One-way0 changes
- 16:306h20San Fernando22:50Madrid£291One-way0 changes
- 9:007h00San Fernando16:00Madrid£301One-way0 changes
- 9:006h20San Fernando15:20Madrid£321One-way0 changes
- 16:306h10San Fernando22:40Madrid£271One-way0 changes
- 16:306h20San Fernando22:50Madrid£291One-way0 changes
- 9:006h20San Fernando15:20Madrid£321One-way0 changes
- 9:007h00San Fernando16:00Madrid£301One-way0 changes
- 11:007h40San Fernando18:40Madrid£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for San Fernando to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Fernando to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 £31, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 489 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £125 Average Price |
8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Fernando to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Fernando to Madrid coaches for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 San Fernando | 6h20 | 3:20 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| BASE | 9:00 San Fernando, Autocares Rico | 9h15 | 18:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| BASE | 13:15 San Fernando, Autocares Rico | 9h15 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Fernando to Madrid
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Buses from San Fernando to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 489 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 489 km |
Average bus duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 9:00 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Secorbus, BlaBlaCar from San Fernando to MadridYou can travel by bus between San Fernando to Madrid with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: San Fernando to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Fernando 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.
- Secorbus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Secorbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Secorbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Secorbus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Secorbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without additional charge.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Fernando and Madrid
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante La Pausa (0.2 km)
- Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 101, 200, Exprés Aeropuerto Metro: L8
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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