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Avanza Buses in Spain
Avanza bus is one of the most popular bus companies in Spain, especially for those travelling around the Levante, Madrid, Castilla y León and Zaragoza. Based in Madrid, Avanza bus routes cater to over 300 destinations and offers short and long-distance coach services throughout Spain. From inter-city services to suburban bus routes, Avanza stops at hundreds of destinations.
If you're visiting the Costa del Sol, fast Avanza bus services operate regularly from Malaga to Algeciras and connects Madrid with Andalusia, Castilla-León, Castilla-La Mancha and Extremadura. Travellers can also find bus routes throughout the Iberian peninsula from Spain to Portugal, travelling from Madrid, Cáceres, Badajoz and Mérida to Lisbon. Read on to discover everything you need about Avanza services and onboard facilities, bus routes, top Avanza destinations and how to buy cheap Avanza bus tickets directly with Omio.
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Avanza stations and destinations
Looking for affordable travel options between Madrid and Malaga? Not sure where you can hop on a bus from Salamanca? We’ve put together a handy list of top bus stations with links to Avanza buses, plus information about their facilities to help you get to and from your destination. Bus stations typically tend to be located close to city centres and numerous transport routes, meaning you won’t have to find transfers in and out of the city.
Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses: This is Madrid’s main bus station, also known as Méndez Álvaro, and serves as the central hub for major bus routes out of Madrid. Facilities include cafés, shops, toilets, luggage storage plus access to taxi ranks, city buses and local trains which also run out of this station. The central train station in Madrid, Atocha, is located a short walk away.
Malaga Central Bus station: The station is centrally located next to Malaga Railway station, which has direct connections to Malaga airport. Facilities include 24-hour taxi ranks, café, bar, plus newspaper and souvenir vendors.
Segovia Coach Terminal: Segovia Coach Terminal is a short 7 minute walk from the city centre and easily located the train station. The bus terminal has a parking lot and coffee bar, with the possibility to buy food from nearby kiosks a short distance from the station.
Salamanca Coach Terminal: Centrally located in Salamanca, the bus terminal is around 1 mile from the main city centre. There are public, city coaches and a taxi stand at the bus terminal. Facilities include toilets, food kiosks, an ATM and a coffee shop.
Train station of Valencia at night. Source: Shutterstock
Avanza destinations
Not sure where to begin your Avanza adventure? Check out these popular Avanza destinations for travel details and nearby attractions:
Avanza timetable: book your tickets today
Avanza operates regular bus services to over 300 destinations in Spain and Portugal in the Iberian peninsula. Most Avanza speed buses depart from the capital of Madrid and travel to popular destinations in the east and west of the country on a daily basis, such as Segovia and Barcelona. The most popular routes have more frequent services, but most services run every day of the week. Avanza bus Spain also operates along the southwest coast of Spain along the Costa del Sol, including Express Services, which makes fewer stops. Use Omio to compare Avanza bus timetables and filter them by departure time, arrival time, duration and price. Take a look at the timetable below to get a gist of Avanza's schedule.
| Avanzabus timetable | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avanzabus Madrid– Salamanca | 08:00 | 10:30 | 02h30min | From €11 |
| Avanzabus Lisbon–Madrid | 12:15 | 21:55 | 08h40min | From €24 |
| Avanzabus Badajoz– Barcelona | 07:30 | 21:30 | 14h | From €55 |
| Avanzabus Valencia–Madrid | 09:00 | 13:15 | 4h15min | From €15 |
| Avanzabus Madrid–Badajoz | 01:35 | 08:30 | 6h55min | From €14 |
Cheap Avanza tickets: promotions and deals
Avanza offers discounts and deals which can be applied to tickets when buying through Omio. Cheaper tickets are available for certain groups so it’s worth checking out what sort of discount you can apply:
- Large families (more than three members) can get a discount of between 20% to 50% off ticket prices
- Children under the age of four years old travel for free on urban buses and the Consorcio de Transportes network. For all other services, they will have to pay 50% of the ticket price.
- Be over 60 years old or retired.
- If you travel in a group it is also possible to get a discount of up to 30%.
Types of Avanza buses
Avanza has a range of fleets with different facilities across their bus services, depending on your travel route. When booking your Avanza bus tickets, look out for the following options:
- Normal: reclining seats with individual air-conditioning and lighting, adapted for passengers with reduced mobility and with safety belts.
- Express: in addition to the ‘Normal’ seat offering, they have amenities such as free Wi-Fi, WC, low-emission engines, more space between seats, a DVD-video system and plugs.
- Multimedia: the multimedia fleet is the most modern in Avanza. In addition to the comforts of other types of buses, they offer USB ports, air-conditioning and space to travel with your pet.
- Multimedia Plus: like Multimedia but with more services, such as more space between seats, extra tinted windows, a baby changing table in the WC and real-time monitoring of the route.
- Multimedia VIP: onboard assistant, luggage control system and catering service on board. Only available for lucky passengers travelling between Madrid and Segovia.
Avanza: Services on board
Passengers travelling on Avanza bus services can book Standard Class tickets for bus trips across Spain.
- Express services on selected routes feature seats upholstered in leather and offer seat-controlled air conditioning, newspapers and free Wi-Fi for additional passenger comfort.
- Passengers are allowed to bring two items of luggage in the hold that do not exceed 30 kg in total and one small backpack or bag on board.
- If you have restricted mobility and need assistance boarding, contact Avanza 48 hours before you travel. Avanza has a fleet of 75 buses with access ramps and lifting platforms for wheelchairs.
- Passengers will need to pay an additional fee if you are travelling with a bicycle. You will need to remove the front tyre before your bike is placed in the hold.
- Pets must be placed in a pet carrier and will travel in the hold of the bus.
- Passengers are not permitted to eat on Avanza buses. Some services will stop at rest areas along the way where you can have a light snack.
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Avanza connects some of the most important Spanish cities in the centre of the country to smaller destinations along the coast or in the mountains.
| Route | Price |
|---|---|
| Buses to Madrid | From 12€ |
| Buses to Barcelona | From 55€ |
| Buses to Lisbon | From 45€ |
| Buses to Salamanca | From 14€ |
| Buses to Badajoz | From 17€ |
Take an Avanza bus from Madrid to Segovia
Planning a trip from a href="// www.omio.co.uk/coaches/madrid/segovia">Madrid to Segovia? Omio have put together a snapshot of all the important information to make planning easy. When you’re ready to book, just head to our handy search tool and we’ll find the best ticket for your journey.
- The journey can take from 80 min to 1h 45 min.
- The first bus departs around 6:30am and the last bus leaves Madrid at around 11pm.
- At least two coaches depart every hour.
- Buses depart from Madrid Moncloa, the Universidad Complutense Madrid, the South Campus of the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and a few other university bus stops.
- Avanza buses Spain arrive in Segovia at the Estación de Autobuses Segovia and the bus stop at Jose Zorrilla 132.
The Avanza bus route from Madrid to Valencia
Thinking of heading for a weekend out by the Mediterranean sea? Travellers can easily get from Madrid to Valencia on an Avanza coach, for an affordable last minute option to get out of the city and onto the beach.
- The trip can take from 4h 15 min to 5h 30 min.
- The first bus departs from Madrid at around 6:30 am and the last bus leaves at around 6 pm.
- Around 10 Avanza buses depart from Madrid to Valencia every day.
- Avanza coaches depart from Madrid Estación Sur and Madrid Barajas Airport.
- Buses arrive in Valencia at the Valencia Bus Station.
Travel from Málaga to Marbella with Avanza buses
This short bus journey between two top holiday destinations takes passengers along the coast from Málaga to Marbella quickly and inexpensively. Great for a day trip or if you’re hopping along the Spanish coast for your holidays this year.
- Travelling by bus from Málaga to Marbella usually takes between 40 min to 90 min.
- The first bus leaves Málaga at around 6:45 am and the last bus departs around 8:20 pm.
- About seven Avanza buses travel from Málaga to Marbella daily.
- Coaches depart from Málaga bus station and Málaga Airport and arrive in Marbella at the Marbella Bus Station and at the roundabout near the Hospital Costa del Sol.
Aerial view of Malaga and the cathedral. Credit: Shutterstock
Discover Spain by bus with Avanza — Travel Tips
Travelling by Avanza bus is an excellent way to discover Spain and connect to the local people, food and culture.
- Spend a few days in Madrid, the capital city of Spain, where you can admire historical buildings and museums, visit a real Egyptian temple and dine at the oldest restaurant in the world.
- The Costa del Sol is a stunning stretch of Mediterranean coastline in the south of Spain with plenty of sun-drenched beaches, seaside towns and historical attractions.
- Barcelona is famous for its iconic architecture, from the Sagrada Família Basilica to Jean Nouvel's Agbar Tower. Find out more about this city in our city guide for Barcelona in The Window Seat travel magazine.
- Valencia is the home of paella as well as a thriving hub for art and culture. Top attractions include the Museo de Bellas Artes and Ciudad de la Artes y las Ciencias.
- Known as the Golden City, Salamanca is famous for its sandstone buildings and UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre.
Avanza: Sustainable travel
If you are looking for a sustainable way to travel around Spain, bus travel is one of the cleanest modes of transport. Buses can transport up to 55 passengers, compared to a 4-person car, which reduces emissions per person while cutting congestion and saving fuel. Bus travel is also cheaper than maintaining a private vehicle, buying petrol, paying for parking and travelling through clean air zones within city limits. Learn more about sustainable travel in the Window Seat travel magazine.
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