The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Nerja
Cheapest price on Sep 14
€37
Average ticket price on Sep 14
€39
Fastest journey on Sep 14
7 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
7 h 56 m
Buses on Sep 14
4
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Nerja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nerja will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Nerja without transferring at least once.
Normal · Normal7:00 AM8h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:00 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€371One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:30 AM8h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses9:30 AMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€371One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal11:30 AM7h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:00 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€371One-way1 transfer
Supra Economy · Normal9:00 AM8h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:15 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€481One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal11:30 AM7h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:00 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€371One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal7:00 AM8h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:00 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€371One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:30 AM8h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses9:30 AMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€371One-way1 transfer
Supra Economy · Normal9:00 AM8h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:15 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)€481One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Nerja
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nerja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, while a flight costs an average of €71.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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€33 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price | €85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Nerja:
A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Nerja costing on average €33.
A train is €47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Nerja costing on average €71.
Other travel options to Nerja take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Live departures
Madrid to Nerja bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nerja buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 7h15 | 10:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h45 | 10:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal · Normal | 1:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 9:30 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 3:00 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h15 | 5:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h30 | 7:00 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Nerja
Buses from Madrid to Nerja run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 407 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 407 km |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Alsa Supra from Madrid to NerjaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Nerja with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Alsa Supra for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Nerja
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Nerja 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 Nerja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Grupo Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Grupo Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Grupo Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Nerja
Most Madrid to Nerja buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Nerja bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to Nerja leave from?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Avenida de América from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Which Nerja station do buses from Madrid arrive at?
Getting to Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) from Nerja city centre
Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) is 1 km from Nerja city centre. Public transport options include:
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