What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to El Formigal?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to El Formigal is to bus which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to El Formigal?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to El Formigal is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and El Formigal?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to El Formigal. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Moncloa and arriving at Paladinos Del Valle via Benavente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Madrid to El Formigal?

The distance between Madrid and El Formigal is 311 km. The road distance is 277.2 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to El Formigal without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to El Formigal without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 17m and costs €29 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to El Formigal?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Madrid to El Formigal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to El Formigal bus from?

Madrid to El Formigal bus services, operated by MonBus, depart from Madrid-Moncloa station.

Where does the Madrid to El Formigal bus arrive?

Madrid to El Formigal bus services, operated by MonBus, arrive at Benavente station.

Can I drive from Madrid to El Formigal?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to El Formigal is 277 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Madrid to El Formigal.

Where can I stay near El Formigal?

There are 30+ hotels available in El Formigal.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Madrid to El Formigal by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Zamora4975 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zamora to La Torre Del ValleALSA - Salm-Pfda
3h 17m
€29–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid-Moncloa to BenaventeAuto Res
4h 7m
€20–41
Drive 277.2 km
1. Drive from Madrid to El Formigal277.2 km
2h 52m
€44–64

Madrid to El Formigal by train and bus

7Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.2 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and El Formigal, Spain?

MonBus operates a bus from Madrid-Moncloa to Benavente twice daily. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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