The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to San Rafael
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
32 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to San Rafael is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to San Rafael will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 24 buses that leave Madrid for San Rafael on Thu, Dec 04, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 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.









MULTIMEDIA.Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madrid to San Rafael
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to San Rafael among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 53 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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 San Rafael bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to San Rafael buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MULTIMEDIA. | 1:30 PM Madrid, Av. Complutense (Metro Ciudad Universitaria) | 0h40 | 2:10 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 1:35 PM Madrid, Av. del Campus Sur (Telecomunicación y Topografía) | 1h15 | 2:50 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 2:05 PM Madrid, Av. Complutense (Metro Ciudad Universitaria) | 0h45 | 2:50 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 3:45 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h50 | 4:35 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 4:00 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h40 | 4:40 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 4:45 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h57 | 5:42 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 5:20 PM Madrid, Av. Complutense (Metro Ciudad Universitaria) | 0h45 | 6:05 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 8:15 PM Madrid, Av. Complutense (Metro Ciudad Universitaria) | 0h40 | 8:55 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 8:45 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h40 | 9:25 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 9:30 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h40 | 10:10 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 8:15 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 1h00 | 9:15 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 8:45 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h50 | 9:35 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 10:00 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h40 | 10:40 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 11:35 AM Madrid, Av. Complutense (Metro Ciudad Universitaria) | 0h40 | 12:15 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 12:45 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0h45 | 1:30 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to San Rafael
Buses from Madrid to San Rafael run on average 14 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 53 km distance in 40m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Madrid to San RafaelYou can travel by bus between Madrid to San Rafael with Avanza, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to San Rafael
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to San Rafael 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 San Rafael, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación de Moncloa, which is located around 3.2 miles (5.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to San Rafael
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante Moncloa (0.2 km)
- Burger King (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 44, 82, 83, 132, 133, 138, C1, C2 Metro: L3, L6
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