4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Benalmádena
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Benalmádena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Benalmádena will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Benalmádena on Sat, Jan 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 432 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 6 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, train, and flight for Madrid to Benalmádena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Benalmádena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €31.
Distance: 432 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price | €66 Average price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Benalmádena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Benalmádena buses for tomorrow, Saturday, January 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00 AM Madrid | 5h10 | 9:10 AM Benalmádena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Madrid | 6h20 | 4:20 PM Benalmádena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Madrid | 5h10 | 8:10 PM Benalmádena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Madrid | 6h20 | 9:50 PM Benalmádena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 PM Madrid | 6h00 | 2:20 AM Benalmádena | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Benalmádena
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Buses from Madrid to Benalmádena run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 432 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 432 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Interbus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Madrid to BenalmádenaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Benalmádena with Interbus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Benalmádena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Benalmádena 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 Benalmádena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Interbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Benalmádena
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
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 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
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