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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. 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 train costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 240 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£30 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Villanueva de la Serena, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena:
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena costing on average £30.
A train is £68 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena costing on average £83.
Other travel options to Villanueva de la Serena take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 18m.
Coach takes on average 5h 19m.
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 4h 49m versus 3h 5m 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 Villanueva de la Serena from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Villanueva de la Serena are Mérida, Badajoz, Cáceres and Don Benito. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Villanueva de la Serena on Omio.
Mérida is known for one of Spain’s most impressive Roman archaeological ensembles, woven into the fabric of the modern city. As the capital of Extremadura, it balances grand ancient monuments with a calm, lived-in atmosphere.
Badajoz is a historic city in Extremadura near the Portuguese border, known for its great Moorish Alcazaba and Guadiana riverside setting. Its old streets, plazas and frontier past give it a calm, distinctive character.
Cáceres is known for its exceptionally preserved medieval old town, shaped by Roman, Islamic and Christian history. Its quiet streets, noble houses and strong Extremaduran food culture give it a calm, historic character.
Don Benito is a practical Extremaduran town known for agriculture, food production and everyday local life. Its broad streets, busy squares and ties with nearby Villanueva de la Serena give it a modern feel shaped by the surrounding countryside.
Travel to Villanueva de la Serena 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 Villanueva de la Serena.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena:
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena costing on average £30.
A train is £68 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Villanueva de la Serena costing on average £83.
Other travel options to Villanueva de la Serena take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 18m.
Coach takes on average 5h 19m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Villanueva de la Serena as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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