The cheapest and fastest buses from Motril to Madrid
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 41 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Motril to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to Madrid will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 14 buses that leave Motril for Madrid on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 408 km distance in an average of 6 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
Normal5:05 PM6h40Motril, Estación de Autobuses11:45 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€271One-way0 transfers
Normal5:05 PM6h55Motril, Estación de Autobuses12:00 AMMadrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América€271One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal11:30 AM6h30Motril, Estación de Autobuses6:00 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€311One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal8:05 AM6h55Motril, Estación de Autobuses3:00 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€311One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal10:10 PM8h20Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana6:30 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€311One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal11:30 AM6h30Motril, Estación de Autobuses6:00 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€311One-way1 transfer
Normal · Supra Economy7:00 AM6h30Motril, Estación de Autobuses1:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€441One-way1 transfer
Normal5:05 PM6h40Motril, Estación de Autobuses11:45 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€271One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal8:10 AM6h50Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana3:00 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€311One-way1 transfer
Normal5:05 PM6h55Motril, Estación de Autobuses12:00 AMMadrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Motril to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Motril to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 408 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €147 Average price | €51 Average price |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Motril to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Madrid buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 4:15 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 11:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:15 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 5:05 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:05 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h55 | 12:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:10 PM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 8h20 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
Normal · Supra Economy | 6:15 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 6:20 AM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 7h25 | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 7:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:05 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h55 | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:10 AM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 6h50 | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 6:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 6:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 12:30 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 7:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Motril to Madrid
Buses from Motril to Madrid run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 408 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 408 km |
Average bus duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Motril to MadridYou can travel by bus between Motril to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Motril to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- 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.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Motril to Madrid
- 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 El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 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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