What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Las Médulas?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Las Médulas is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Las Médulas?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Las Médulas is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Las Médulas?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Las Médulas. However, there are services departing from Madrid Moncloa and arriving at Las Médulas via Ponferrada and Carucedo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Las Médulas?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Las Médulas. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Ponferrada via Leon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Madrid to Las Médulas?

The distance between Madrid and Las Médulas is 488 km. The road distance is 413.6 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Las Médulas without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Las Médulas without a car is to train via León which takes 5h 16m and costs €95 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Las Médulas?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Madrid to Las Médulas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Las Médulas bus from?

Madrid to Las Médulas bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid Moncloa station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Las Médulas train from?

Madrid to Las Médulas train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Las Médulas?

The best way to get from Madrid to Las Médulas is to train via León which takes 5h 16m and costs €95 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Madrid to Las Médulas bus arrive?

Madrid to Las Médulas bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Ponferrada station.

Where does the Madrid to Las Médulas train arrive?

Madrid to Las Médulas train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Leon station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Las Médulas?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Las Médulas is 414 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Madrid to Las Médulas.

Where can I stay near Las Médulas?

There are 313+ hotels available in Las Médulas.

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There are 4 ways to get from Madrid to Las Médulas by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train via León (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Leontrain Ave
2. Take the train from Leon to Ponferradatrain Re / ...
5h 16m
€99–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid Moncloa to Ponferradabus Alsa / ...
6h 54m
€36–53
Drive 413.6 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Las Médulascar 413.6 km
4h 19m
€66–95
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Ponferradatrain Ic
7h 7m
€62–96

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Distance: 487.9 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Las Médulas, Spain?

You can take a train from Madrid Chamartín to Las Médulas via Leon and Ponferrada in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid Moncloa to Ponferrada 3 times a day. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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