The cheapest and fastest buses from Albacete to Madrid
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albacete to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albacete to Madrid will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 30 buses that leave Albacete for Madrid on Fri, Apr 03, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
12:10 AM2h30Albacete2:40 AMMadrid€161One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM3h10Albacete2:00 PMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM2h40Albacete4:20 PMMadrid€191One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM2h50Albacete2:20 PMMadrid€191One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM3h00Albacete12:50 PMMadrid€191One-way0 transfers
12:10 AM2h30Albacete2:40 AMMadrid€161One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM2h40Albacete4:20 PMMadrid€191One-way0 transfers
Normal8:25 PM2h45Albacete, Estación de Autobuses11:10 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€231One-way0 transfers
Normal7:50 PM2h45Albacete, Estación de Autobuses10:35 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€231One-way0 transfers
Normal4:20 PM2h45Albacete, Estación de Autobuses7:05 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Albacete to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 225 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Albacete to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albacete to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 2:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 5:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 5:20 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 7:20 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 10:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 7:20 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 10:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 1:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:55 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:20 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h25 | 5:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:20 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 5:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:20 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 5:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:35 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 6:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:50 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 6:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:50 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 4:05 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h10 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 4:05 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 6:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:55 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:25 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 8:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:50 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 8:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:25 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 9:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:25 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 9:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:50 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 2:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:50 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 3:05 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, April 3 | |||||
Normal | 12:25 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 3:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:25 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 3:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:25 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h20 | 4:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:25 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 4:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albacete to Madrid
Buses from Albacete to Madrid run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 225 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, SNCF OUIGO from Albacete to MadridYou can travel by bus between Albacete to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, SNCF OUIGO for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Albacete to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albacete to Madrid by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Albacete to Madrid
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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