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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Atapuerca is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Atapuerca is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs €65 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Atapuerca?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Atapuerca. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Quintanapalla via Estación de autobuses de Burgos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Atapuerca?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Atapuerca. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Burgos Rosa De Lima via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Madrid to Atapuerca?

The distance between Madrid and Atapuerca is 321 km. The road distance is 260.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Atapuerca without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs €65 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Madrid to Atapuerca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Atapuerca bus from?

Madrid to Atapuerca bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Atapuerca train from?

Madrid to Atapuerca train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Atapuerca?

The best way to get from Madrid to Atapuerca is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs €65 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Madrid to Atapuerca bus arrive?

Madrid to Atapuerca bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de autobuses de Burgos station.

Where does the Madrid to Atapuerca train arrive?

Madrid to Atapuerca train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Burgos Rosa De Lima station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Atapuerca?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Atapuerca is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Madrid to Atapuerca.

Where can I stay near Atapuerca?

There are 486+ hotels available in Atapuerca.

Madrid to Atapuerca - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Madrid to Atapuerca by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Burgos Rosa De Limatrain Alv / ...
2h 10m
€69–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de autobuses de Burgosbus ALSA - Mad-San / ...
4h 10m
€33–58
Drive 260.5 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Atapuercacar 260.5 km
2h 42m
€42–60

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Distance: 320.7 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Atapuerca, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Burgos Rosa De Lima every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Renfe AVE also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de autobuses de Burgos hourly. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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