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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Rioja is to bus which costs €35 - €85 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Rioja is to fly and bus which takes 4h 41m and costs €70 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Rioja?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Rioja. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Rioja via Almeria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Rioja?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Rioja. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Huercal-Viator via Granada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Madrid to Rioja?

The distance between Madrid and Rioja is 749 km. The road distance is 525.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Rioja without a car is to train via Granada which takes 6h 45m and costs €100 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Madrid to Rioja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Rioja bus from?

Madrid to Rioja bus services, operated by BusbamSL, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Rioja train from?

Madrid to Rioja train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Rioja?

The best way to get from Madrid to Rioja is to train via Granada which takes 6h 45m and costs €100 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Madrid to Rioja bus arrive?

Madrid to Rioja bus services, operated by BusbamSL, arrive at Almería station.

Where does the Madrid to Rioja train arrive?

Madrid to Rioja train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Granada station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Rioja is 526 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Madrid to Rioja.

Where can I stay near Rioja?

There are 1246+ hotels available in Rioja.

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There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Rioja by train (Renfe), bus, car, or plane

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Train via Granada (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Granadatrain Ave
2. Take the train from Granada to Huercal-Viatortrain 13940 / ...
6h 45m
€105–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Almeríabus Vac-216
8h 15m
€39–84
Drive 525.6 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Riojacar 525.6 km
5h 22m
€83–120
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Almería Airport (LEI)plane MAD - LEI
2. Take the bus from Almeria to Riojabus
4h 41m
€73–246
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Almeriatrain Ic
9h 12m
€72–110
Bus via Huércal-Overa
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Huercal Overabus ALSA - M-Vera-Moj
2. Take the bus from Huercal Overa to Riojabus ALSA - Maria-Alme
10h 45m
€54–77

Madrid to Rioja by bus

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Distance: 749.1 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Rioja, Andalusia, Spain?

You can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Rioja via Granada and Huercal-Viator in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, BusbamSL operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Almería 5 times a day. Tickets cost €35–85 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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