4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Albufeira
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€63
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 24 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Albufeira will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Albufeira on Thu, Jan 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 12 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest buses will take 13 h 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Madrid to Albufeira
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Albufeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 541 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price |
10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Albufeira bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Albufeira buses for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 06014+Normal | 4:00 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h14 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| 06014+Normal | 4:00 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h14 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| 06196+Normal | 6:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h09 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| 06196+Normal | 6:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h09 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| 06206+Normal | 6:35 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h39 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| 06206+Normal | 6:35 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h39 | 2:14 AM Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h00 | 1:25 PM Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h30 | 1:25 PM Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, January 8 | |||||
| 11:30 AM Madrid | 12h14 | 11:44 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:15 PM Madrid | 12h45 | 3:00 AM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Albufeira
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Buses from Madrid to Albufeira run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €22 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 541 km distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 541 km |
Average bus duration 10h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to AlbufeiraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Albufeira with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Albufeira
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Albufeira 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 Albufeira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Madrid, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4. When arriving in Albufeira, you can end your journey in coach stations like Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário, Albufeira, Av. Da Liberdade and Albufeira.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Albufeira
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and snack bar (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 9, 10, 11 Train: Albufeira-Ferreiras
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