The cheapest and fastest buses from Cuenca to Madrid
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cuenca to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cuenca to Madrid will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 8 buses that leave Cuenca for Madrid on Mon, Jun 29, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
NORMAL.8:30 AM2h30Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses11:00 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.12:00 PM2h25Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses2:25 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.2:00 PM2h30Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses4:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.8:00 PM2h30Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses10:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.6:30 PM2h10Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses8:40 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.4:30 PM2h05Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses6:35 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.6:30 PM2h10Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses8:40 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.9:45 PM2h10Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses11:55 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.7:00 AM2h20Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses9:20 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.12:00 PM2h25Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses2:25 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cuenca to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cuenca to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 139 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€23 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Cuenca to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cuenca to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NORMAL. | 8:00 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h30 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 9:45 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h05 | 11:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 29 | |||||
NORMAL. | 7:00 AM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h20 | 9:20 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 8:30 AM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h30 | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:00 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h25 | 2:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 2:00 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h30 | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 4:30 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h05 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 6:30 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h10 | 8:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cuenca to Madrid
Buses from Cuenca to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 139 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 139 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar from Cuenca to MadridYou can travel by bus between Cuenca to Madrid with Avanza, BlaBlaCar 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 Cuenca to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cuenca 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.

- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cuenca 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
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