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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Carboneras among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £213.
Distance: 411 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | 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.
Compare the available ways to get from Madrid to Carboneras, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Carboneras:
A coach is £172 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Carboneras costing on average £213.
Other travel options to Carboneras take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 10m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £38. The journey takes 8h 40m versus 5h 36m 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.
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.
How to get to Carboneras from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Madrid to Carboneras is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Carboneras are Almeria, Mojácar and Garrucha. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Carboneras on Omio.
Almería is known for the Alcazaba, its seafront setting and some of Spain’s driest, brightest weather. The city feels relaxed and lived-in, with tapas bars, whitewashed streets and a clear link to the nearby desert and coast.
Mojácar is known for its whitewashed old town, steep streets and Moorish roots above the Almería coast. It combines traditional Andalusian character with beach life, giving travellers both wide sea views and a relaxed Mediterranean feel.
Garrucha is a seaside town on the Almería coast known for its fishing harbour and prized red prawns. Its long promenade, beaches and everyday local atmosphere give it a more lived-in feel than nearby resorts.
Travel to Carboneras easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Carboneras.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Carboneras:
A coach is £172 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Carboneras costing on average £213.
Other travel options to Carboneras take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 10m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Carboneras as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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