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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Lorca
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Lorca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lorca will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for Lorca on Sat, Mar 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 351 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Lorca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lorca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 351 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€43 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg 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 Lorca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lorca buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h40 | 10:40 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h00 | 4:45 AM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h15 | 4:45 AM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h20 | 10:05 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h35 | 10:05 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h30 | 7:15 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Lorca
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Buses from Madrid to Lorca run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €25 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 351 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 351 km |
Average bus duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Madrid to LorcaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Lorca with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Lorca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lorca 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 Lorca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Lorca
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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