The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Ciudad Real
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 38 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 €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Ciudad Real on Sat, Jun 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
7:30 AM2h40Madrid10:10 AMCiudad Real€131One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM2h20Madrid9:50 AMCiudad Real€151One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM2h40Madrid1:40 PMCiudad Real€151One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM2h40Madrid9:40 AMCiudad Real€171One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM2h50Madrid8:20 PMCiudad Real€201One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM2h20Madrid9:50 AMCiudad Real€151One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM2h40Madrid9:40 AMCiudad Real€171One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM2h40Madrid1:40 PMCiudad Real€151One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM2h40Madrid10:10 AMCiudad Real€131One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM2h50Madrid8:20 PMCiudad Real€201One-way0 transfers
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 €22. 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 €22, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 161 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m 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 |
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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, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Madrid | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Madrid | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Madrid | 2h20 | 8:20 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Madrid | 2h30 | 9:20 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Madrid | 2h30 | 9:40 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Madrid | 2h40 | 9:40 AM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Madrid | 2h20 | 9:50 AM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Madrid | 2h40 | 10:10 AM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Madrid | 2h40 | 1:40 PM Ciudad Real | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Ciudad Real by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs Aisa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Aisa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Samar or AISA to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Ciudad Real.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Samar or AISA to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Ciudad Real.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Ciudad Real.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Ciudad Real
Buses from Madrid to Ciudad Real run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 14:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 161 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 2:00 PM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Aisa, Samar, AISA from Madrid to Ciudad RealYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Ciudad Real with BlaBlaCar, Aisa, Samar, AISA 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 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- Aisa
- 15€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Aisa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
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