How to get from Madrid to Guadalajara

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What is the best way to travel from Madrid to Guadalajara?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Guadalajara from Madrid. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 40m
£3
£4
312
Train
0h 25m
£17
£30
6
Car
0h 30m
£4
£4
23

What is the cheapest way to reach Guadalajara from Madrid?

You can reach Guadalajara with just £3 by taking a Bus from ALSA, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £3
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £6
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    14:15
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    14:55
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • ALSA
    1h 23m
    0
    14:35
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    15:58
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    14:45
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    15:25
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    15:15
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    15:55
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 30m
    0
    16:00
    Madrid
    16:30
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 30m
    0
    16:30
    Madrid
    17:00
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 40m
    0
    16:50
    Madrid
    17:30
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Madrid
    18:00
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Renfe
    0h 26m
    0
    17:27
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    17:53
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £17
  • Renfe
    0h 28m
    0
    14:47
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    15:15
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £22
  • Renfe
    0h 26m
    0
    13:15
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    13:41
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £31
  • Renfe
    0h 28m
    0
    19:00
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    19:28
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £40

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    1h 33m
    0
    00:05
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    01:38
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
  • ALSA
    1h 33m
    0
    06:35
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    08:08
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
  • ALSA
    0h 50m
    0
    06:50
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    07:40
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
  • ALSA
    0h 50m
    0
    07:05
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    07:55
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6

What are the fastest trips from Madrid to Guadalajara?

You can get to Guadalajara from Madrid in just 0h 25m with a Train from Renfe. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 0h 25m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 0h 50m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Renfe
    0h 25m
    0
    20:27
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    20:52
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £40
  • Renfe
    0h 26m
    0
    17:27
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    17:53
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £17
  • Renfe
    0h 26m
    0
    13:15
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    13:41
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £31
  • Renfe
    0h 28m
    0
    14:47
    Madrid
    Atocha Train Station
    15:15
    Guadalajara
    Yebes Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £22
  • Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 30m
    0
    16:00
    Madrid
    16:30
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 30m
    0
    16:30
    Madrid
    17:00
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 40m
    0
    16:50
    Madrid
    17:30
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Madrid
    18:00
    Guadalajara
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    14:15
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    14:55
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    14:45
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    15:25
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    15:15
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    15:55
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3
  • ALSA
    0h 40m
    0
    15:45
    Madrid
    Polígono de las Mercedes
    16:25
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £3

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    0h 50m
    0
    06:50
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    07:40
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
  • ALSA
    0h 50m
    0
    07:05
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    07:55
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
  • ALSA
    0h 50m
    0
    07:20
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    08:10
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
  • ALSA
    1h 33m
    0
    00:05
    Madrid
    Puente de la CEA
    01:38
    Guadalajara
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £6
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Madrid to Guadalajara

What are the most popular stations in Madrid and Guadalajara?

In Madrid, you will usually depart from Atocha Train Station, Chamartin Train Station or Sur Bus Station, while in Guadalajara you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Yebes Train Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Guadalajara from Madrid? With 10 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Madrid and Guadalajara, you can pay as low as £3 with a Bus from ALSA.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Renfe: you will get to Guadalajara in just 0h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Madrid and Guadalajara are ALSA, Renfe and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Madrid and Guadalajara is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Delicias or to Taracena, and look at flights from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, and landing at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Madrid to Guadalajara?

The most popular companies between Madrid and Guadalajara, are ALSA, Renfe and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: ALSA

Train companies: Renfe

All you need to know when you travel from Madrid to Guadalajara

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Madrid to Guadalajara. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Madrid to Guadalajara

How can I reach Guadalajara from Madrid?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Guadalajara from Madrid.

How far is Guadalajara from Madrid?

The distance between Madrid and Guadalajara is 51.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Madrid and Guadalajara?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 13 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Madrid to Guadalajara?

You can get to Guadalajara with just £3 by taking a Bus from ALSA.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Guadalajara in just 0h 25m with a Train from Renfe.

More routes to Madrid and to Guadalajara

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Madrid and to Guadalajara. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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