The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Córdoba
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Córdoba is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Córdoba will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Córdoba on Sun, May 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
BASE9:00 AM4h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses1:50 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
BASE11:15 PM5h30Madrid4:45 AMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
BASE10:00 PM4h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2:45 AMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
RF3:00 PM4h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:50 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
RF11:00 AM4h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:55 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
BASE10:00 PM4h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2:45 AMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
BASE9:00 AM4h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses1:50 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
RF3:00 PM4h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:50 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
RF11:00 AM4h55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:55 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
BASE11:15 PM5h30Madrid4:45 AMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madrid to Córdoba
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Córdoba among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 296 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Córdoba bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Córdoba buses for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 11:59 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h46 | 4:45 AM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 17 | |||||
BASE | 9:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h50 | 1:50 PM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
RF | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h55 | 3:55 PM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
RF | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h50 | 7:50 PM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 10:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h45 | 2:45 AM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Córdoba by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Córdoba
Buses from Madrid to Córdoba run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 296 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to CórdobaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Córdoba with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus 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 Córdoba
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Córdoba 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 Córdoba, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Secorbus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Secorbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Secorbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Secorbus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Secorbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without additional charge.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Córdoba
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante La Pausa (0.2 km)
- Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 101, 200, Exprés Aeropuerto Metro: L8
- 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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