The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Marbella
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Marbella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Marbella will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Marbella on Fri, May 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 446 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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.
BASE10:00 PM7h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:00 AMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€211One-way0 transfers
BASE11:00 AM7h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses6:40 PMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€211One-way0 transfers
BASE10:00 PM7h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:00 AMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€211One-way0 transfers
BASE11:00 AM7h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses6:40 PMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Marbella
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Marbella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 446 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €221 Average price | €27 Average price |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Marbella bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Marbella buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RF | 10:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h00 | 5:00 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Marbella
Buses from Madrid to Marbella run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 446 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 446 km |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to MarbellaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Marbella with Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar 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 Marbella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Marbella 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 Marbella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Grupo Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Grupo Interbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Grupo Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Grupo Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Grupo Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Marbella
- 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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