The cheapest and fastest buses from San Rafael to Madrid
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
24 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Rafael to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Rafael to Madrid will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 22 buses that leave San Rafael for Madrid on Mon, Mar 30, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest buses will take 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.
01:20AM0h20San Rafael01:40AMMadrid€21One-way0 transfers
09:40AM0h20San Rafael10:00AMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
08:00AM0h30San Rafael08:30AMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
03:00PM0h20San Rafael03:20PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
08:00AM0h30San Rafael08:30AMMadrid€41One-way0 transfers
01:20AM0h20San Rafael01:40AMMadrid€21One-way0 transfers
09:40AM0h20San Rafael10:00AMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
03:00PM0h20San Rafael03:20PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
08:00AM0h30San Rafael08:30AMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
08:00AM0h30San Rafael08:30AMMadrid€41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Rafael to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Rafael to Madrid 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 51m. 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 €7.
Distance: 53 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m 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
San Rafael to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Rafael to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MULTIMEDIA. | 8:08 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 8:55 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, March 30 | |||||
MULTIMEDIA. | 5:06 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 5:51 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 5:16 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 1h07 | 6:23 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 5:38 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 6:25 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 6:38 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 7:16 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 8:06 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 8:08 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 9:06 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 9:56 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 9:23 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 10:10 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 10:53 AM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 11:40 AM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 12:53 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 1h07 | 2:00 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 1:21 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 2:11 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 2:38 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 1h07 | 3:45 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 3:06 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 3:56 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 4:38 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 5:25 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 6:26 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 7:11 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 6:53 PM San Rafael, Estación de Autobuses | 0h47 | 7:40 PM Madrid, Estación de Moncloa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Rafael to Madrid
Buses from San Rafael to Madrid run on average 18 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 53 km distance in 47m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 47m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from San Rafael to MadridYou can travel by bus between San Rafael to Madrid 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 San Rafael to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Rafael 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Rafael to Madrid
- 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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