The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Lucena
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Lucena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lucena will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid for Lucena on Mon, Dec 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 341 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Lucena
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lucena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €32.
Distance: 211 miles (341 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price | €23 Average price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Madrid to Lucena Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Interbus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Madrid to Lucena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lucena buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h40 | 4:10 AM Lucena, C. Ejido Pl. de Toros (Pizzería) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Lucena
Buses from Madrid to Lucena run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 211 miles (341 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 211 miles (341 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Interbus, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to LucenaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Lucena with Interbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Lucena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lucena 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 Lucena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Lucena, C. Ejido Pl. De Toros (Pizzería), located 0.6 miles (894 m) away from the city centre.
- Interbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Interbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
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- Interbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30).
- Interbus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Interbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Lucena
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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