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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Colmenar is to bus which costs €27 - €65 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Colmenar is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €55 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Colmenar?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Colmenar. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Colmenar Plaza via Estación de Autobuses de Málaga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Madrid to Colmenar?

The distance between Madrid and Colmenar is 546 km. The road distance is 481.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Colmenar without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Madrid to Colmenar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Colmenar bus from?

Madrid to Colmenar bus services, operated by Interbus, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Colmenar?

The best way to get from Madrid to Colmenar is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €65 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Madrid to Colmenar bus arrive?

Madrid to Colmenar bus services, operated by Interbus, arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Málaga station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Colmenar?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Colmenar is 481 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Madrid to Colmenar.

Where can I stay near Colmenar?

There are 6772+ hotels available in Colmenar.

Madrid to Colmenar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Colmenar by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria Zambranotrain Ave
3h 15m
€57–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estación de Autobuses de Málagabus Madrid
8h 22m
€28–60
Drive 481.2 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Colmenarcar 481.2 km
5h 27m
€76–110
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Málaga Airport (AGP)plane MAD - AGP
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Colmenar Plazabus
4h 44m
€36–128
Bus via Malaga
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Malagabus FlixBus N1158
9h 22m
€43–60

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Málaga Airport (AGP) flights

49Weekly Planes

1h 26mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 545.5 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria Zambrano every 3 hours. Tickets cost €26–95 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Interbus operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estación de Autobuses de Málaga twice daily. Tickets cost €26–50 and the journey takes 6h 25m. ALSA also services this route once daily.

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