How much is a ticket from Madrid to Mérida?

The cheapest tickets from Madrid to Mérida start at PLN 87. The average price for this route is around PLN 182. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from Madrid to Mérida?

The average trip duration from Madrid to Mérida is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 281 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 3h 41m and is operated by Renfe .

Which companies service the Madrid to Mérida route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 2 trips available per day, including services from Avanza , FlixBus , Renfe .

What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to Mérida?

The earliest trip from Madrid to Mérida departs at 7:15am. And the latest trip departs at 4:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to Mérida?

A trip from Madrid to Mérida generates an estimated 7.013262500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best company from Madrid to Mérida?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Avanza , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 9791 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Mérida?

Based on Busbud reviews, the company Avanza has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.3.

Which company has the most on-time service from Madrid to Mérida?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Avanza , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Madrid to Mérida?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Avanza , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train Madrid to Mérida from PLN 189 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Madrid to Mérida on May 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:32pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 38m	7:10pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Cheapest
4:38pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 41m	8:19pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Fastest
4:30pm	Estación Sur	5h	9:30pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags
10:42am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 33m	3:15pm	Mérida Estación de tren	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Mérida on May 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:50pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 20m	7:10pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Cheapest
4:38pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 41m	8:19pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Fastest
7:15am	Estación Sur	5h 10m	12:25pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 51m	12:42pm	Mérida Estación de tren	No tags
4:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 30m	9:00pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Mérida on May 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 51m	12:42pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Cheapest
4:38pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 41m	8:19pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Fastest
7:15am	Estación Sur	5h 10m	12:25pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 51m	12:42pm	Mérida Estación de tren	No tags
4:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 30m	9:00pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Mérida on May 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 4m	12:55pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Cheapest
4:38pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 2m	8:40pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Fastest
7:15am	Estación Sur	5h 10m	12:25pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 4m	12:55pm	Mérida Estación de tren	No tags
4:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 30m	9:00pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Mérida on May 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 51m	12:42pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Cheapest
4:38pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 41m	8:19pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Fastest
7:15am	Estación Sur	5h 10m	12:25pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	3h 51m	12:42pm	Mérida Estación de tren	No tags
4:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 30m	9:00pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Mérida on May 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:50pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 10m	7:00pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Cheapest
4:38pm	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 2m	8:40pm	Mérida Estación de tren	Fastest
7:15am	Estación Sur	5h 10m	12:25pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags
8:51am	Madrid-Atocha Cercanías	4h 4m	12:55pm	Mérida Estación de tren	No tags
4:30pm	Estación Sur	5h	9:30pm	Av de la Libertad	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Mérida

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Mérida. The journey takes about 3 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3h 51mAverage Duration

281 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 192 - PLN 322	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 87 - PLN 392	Average Duration3h 51m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Mérida?

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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Stops in Mérida

A
Estación de Autobuses de Merida
Avenida de la Libertad, 06800 Mérida, Spain
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B
Av de la Libertad
Av de la Libertad, 2T, 06800 Mérida, Badajoz, Spain
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C
Garrovilla Bus Stop
Calle Garrovilla 6, 06800 Merida, Spain

Compare companies

Avanza

4.3/59,798 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.3

Passengers mentioned experiencing unpleasant squeaks and vibrations from the emergency door during the journey. Some also noted the absence of sockets for phone charging. However, others found the bus comfortable and enjoyable, wishing only for a bathroom onboard.

Avanza - Suroeste Madrid Mérida recent customer reviews

It was an unpleasant journey, as many passengers, including myself, had to put up with incredible squeaks and vibrations from the emergency door. No sockets for recharging phones either

Philippe L.

March 14, 2024

Todo correcto. Personal muy amable. Asientos muy cómodos.ahorro de una hora de tiempo respecto al tren.

Maria R.

August 2, 2019

It was a smooth ride from Madrid to Mérida and much faster than taking the train. It took just less than 4 hours including one stop to get some food. We made a good decision to take the bus.

Josee G.

May 23, 2019

Renfe

4.1/5992 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.0

FlixBus

3.5/512,573 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, Avanza, Sindbad, Itabus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Mérida by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from Madrid to Mérida?
The cheapest tickets from Madrid to Mérida start at PLN 87. The average price for this route is around PLN 182. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Madrid to Mérida?
The average trip duration from Madrid to Mérida is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 281 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 3h 41m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Madrid to Mérida route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 2 trips available per day, including services from Avanza, FlixBus, Renfe.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to Mérida?
The earliest trip from Madrid to Mérida departs at 7:15am. And the latest trip departs at 4:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to Mérida?
A trip from Madrid to Mérida generates an estimated 7.013262500000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Madrid to Mérida?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Avanza, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 9791 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Mérida?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Avanza has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which company has the most on-time service from Madrid to Mérida?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Avanza, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Madrid to Mérida?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Avanza, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-01

PLN 190

05-02

PLN 300

Today

PLN 152

05-04

PLN 152

05-05

PLN 122

05-06

PLN 146

05-07

PLN 146

05-08

PLN 152

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Mérida was searched and found on May 5, 2026 with a price of PLN 122

To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Madrid to Mérida, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between PLN 122 and PLN 386 for a bus or train ticket from Madrid to Mérida based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at PLN 122 on 2026-05-05.