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

The cheapest way to get from Rioja to Madrid is to bus which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rioja to Madrid is to bus and fly which takes 4h 6m and costs €70 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Rioja and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Rioja to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Rioja and arriving at Estación Sur de Autobuses via Almería. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Rioja and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Rioja to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Huercal-Viator and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via Granada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Rioja to Madrid?

The distance between Rioja and Madrid is 452 km. The road distance is 526.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rioja to Madrid without a car is to train via Granada which takes 7h 8m and costs €100 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Rioja to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rioja to Madrid bus from?

Rioja to Madrid bus services, operated by BusbamSL, depart from Almería station.

Where do I catch the Rioja to Madrid train from?

Rioja to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Huercal-Viator station.

Train or bus from Rioja to Madrid?

The best way to get from Rioja to Madrid is to train via Granada which takes 7h 8m and costs €100 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Rioja to Madrid bus arrive?

Rioja to Madrid bus services, operated by BusbamSL, arrive at Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where does the Rioja to Madrid train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rioja to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Rioja to Madrid is 526 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Rioja to Madrid.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7041+ hotels available in Madrid.

Rioja to Madrid - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Rioja to Almeriabus
2. Fly from Almería Airport (LEI) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane LEI - MAD
4h 6m
€73–247
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Almería to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus Vac-216
7h 53m
€36–87
Train via Granada (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Huercal-Viator to Granadatrain 13951 / ...
2. Take the train from Granada to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
7h 8m
€104–210
Drive 526.5 km
1. Drive from Rioja to Madridcar 526.5 km
5h 27m
€84–120
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Almeria to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ic
9h 20m
€71–112
Bus via Huércal-Overa
1. Take the bus from Rioja to Huercal Overabus ALSA - Alm-Mur
2. Take the bus from Huercal Overa to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus ALSA - Moj-Vera-M
11h 10m
€50–80

Rioja to Madrid by bus

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7h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 452.3 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a vehicle from Rioja to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via Huercal-Viator and Granada in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, BusbamSL operates a bus from Almería to Estación Sur de Autobuses every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–85 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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