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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Cacabelos is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Cacabelos is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Cacabelos?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Cacabelos. However, there are services departing from Madrid Moncloa and arriving at Cacabelos via Ponferrada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Madrid to Cacabelos?

The distance between Madrid and Cacabelos is 400 km. The road distance is 401.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Cacabelos without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Madrid to Cacabelos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Cacabelos bus from?

Madrid to Cacabelos bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid Moncloa station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Cacabelos?

The best way to get from Madrid to Cacabelos is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €90 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Madrid to Cacabelos bus arrive?

Madrid to Cacabelos bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Ponferrada station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Cacabelos?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Cacabelos is 401 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Madrid to Cacabelos.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Cacabelos?

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Where can I stay near Cacabelos?

There are 275+ hotels available in Cacabelos.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madrid Moncloa to Ponferradabus Alsa
5h 15m
€37–63
Train (Renfe)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Ponferradatrain Ic
5h 28m
€26–86
Drive 401.2 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Cacabeloscar 401.2 km
3h 56m
€62–90

Madrid to Cacabelos by bus

23Weekly Buses

5h 15mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 400.4 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Cacabelos, Castille and León, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Madrid Moncloa to Ponferrada 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Ponferrada 6 times a week. Tickets cost €25–85 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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