4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Albacete
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 08
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
2 h 45 m
Buses on Sep 08
27
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Albacete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Albacete will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 27 buses from Madrid to Albacete, including 27 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 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.
Normal5:30 PM3h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:30 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€171One-way0 transfers- Normal5:30 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€171One-way0 transfers
- Normal9:30 AM3h25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:55 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€191One-way0 transfers
- Normal1:30 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€191One-way0 transfers
- Normal12:30 PM3h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:45 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€191One-way0 transfers
- Supra Economy8:15 AM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses11:00 AMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€381One-way0 transfers
- Normal1:30 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€191One-way0 transfers
- Normal2:30 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€191One-way0 transfers
- Normal12:30 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€231One-way0 transfers
- Supra Economy4:30 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madrid to Albacete
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Albacete among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. 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 bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 225 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price | €43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Albacete:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Albacete costing on average €29.
Other travel options to Albacete take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 23m.
Live departures
Madrid to Albacete bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Albacete buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h15 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h25 | 3:10 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h35 | 3:20 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
| Normal | 12:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h50 | 3:20 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 8:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:00 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 8:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h10 | 12:55 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h25 | 12:55 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 12:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 1:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 1:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 3:45 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h15 | 3:45 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 3:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 4:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 5:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 5:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 5:45 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 7:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h45 | 8:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 7:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 5:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h00 | 8:30 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 5:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 8:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 6:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h45 | 10:00 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h00 | 10:00 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Albacete
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Buses from Madrid to Albacete run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 29 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 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Madrid to AlbaceteYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Albacete with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Albacete
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Albacete 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 Albacete, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Albacete
Most Madrid to Albacete buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Albacete, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Albacete bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to Albacete leave from?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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