What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Marbella?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Marbella is to bus which costs €24 - €70 and takes 8h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Marbella?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Marbella is to fly and bus which takes 4h and costs €40 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Marbella?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Marbella. However, there are services departing from Carrera De San Jerónimo - Cedaceros and arriving at Marbella via Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Madrid to Marbella?

The distance between Madrid and Marbella is 573 km. The road distance is 552.1 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Marbella without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Marbella without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €45 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Marbella?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Madrid to Marbella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Marbella bus from?

Madrid to Marbella bus services, operated by Interbus, depart from Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where does the Madrid to Marbella bus arrive?

Madrid to Marbella bus services, operated by Interbus, arrive at Marbella station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Marbella?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Marbella is 552 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Madrid to Marbella.

Where can I stay near Marbella?

There are 8378+ hotels available in Marbella.

Madrid to Marbella - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Marbella by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria Zambranotrain Ave
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación de Autobuses de Marbellabus L-607 / ...
4h 35m
€48–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses to Marbellabus Madrid
8h 29m
€25–66
Drive 552.1 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Marbellacar 552.1 km
6h 1m
€91–131
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Málaga Airport (AGP)plane MAD - AGP
2. Take the bus from Malaga Airport to Estación de Autobuses de Marbellabus
4h
€44–155
Bus via Málaga
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estación de Autobuses de Málagabus ALSA - Simn / ...
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación de Autobuses de Marbellabus L-607 / ...
9h 54m
€56–92

Madrid to Marbella by train and bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 572.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Marbella, Spain?

Interbus operates a bus from Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses to Marbella 4 times a day. Tickets cost €24–65 and the journey takes 7h.

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