4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Ciudad Real
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Ciudad Real is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Ciudad Real will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Ciudad Real on Sat, Mar 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 14 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Mar 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 train for Madrid to Ciudad Real
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Ciudad Real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. 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 bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 161 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Ciudad Real bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Ciudad Real buses for today, Friday, March 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM Madrid | 3h00 | 8:00 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 PM Madrid | 2h40 | 8:10 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 PM Madrid | 2h10 | 8:30 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 14 | |||||
| 6:00 AM Madrid | 2h00 | 8:00 AM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 AM Madrid | 2h10 | 9:10 AM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Madrid | 2h30 | 1:00 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM Madrid | 2h30 | 4:00 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Madrid | 2h30 | 5:30 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Ciudad Real
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Buses from Madrid to Ciudad Real run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:45, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 161 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 09:45 |
Last bus 18:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA), Samar, AISA from Madrid to Ciudad RealYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Ciudad Real with BlaBlaCar, AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA), Samar, AISA for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Ciudad Real
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Ciudad Real 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 Ciudad Real, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Samar
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Samar
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- 15€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- AUTOMNIBUS INTERURBANOS S.A. (AISA)
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Ciudad Real
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
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