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Bus travel in Spain is sometimes considered more extensive than the train system as it serves both remote towns and villages as well as the major routes. Bus travel can also be cheaper than the train and somewhat shorter. However it is always best to compare the cost and timetable with a railway ticket. Most cities have one station where buses arrive and depart and these will have an information desk. Otherwise tourist offices should be able to assist with timetable information but will not sell tickets.
Public transport is reduced on Sundays and holidays so it’s best not to attempt journeys to out of the way places on these days. If you’re studying a timetable words such as diario (daily), laborables (workdays, including Saturday), and domingos y festivos (Sundays and holidays) might help. INTERNATIONAL BUSES
Eurolines is the largest network of international buses in Europe and they operate through major towns in Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga). They also work affiliately with the local line Alsa. Eurolines Peninsular is also an agent for Eurolines and along with many smaller bus operators provide an extensive choice of international bus routes. People under 26 years are around 10% less than the adult full fare. There are circular routes, individual tickets and passes where you can make the route up as you travel allowing greater flexibility for the traveller. The Eurolines pass is probably the best travel deal in Europe allowing unlimited travel between 46 destinations in 26 countries on the Eurolines network. Busabout is another pass option for travellers and will also book accommodation for you in advance. However most of these are camping sites outside major towns. Eurobus also operates providing a hop on and off service. Busabout buses serve the following Spanish destinations: Barcelona, Bilbao, Costa del Sol, Granada, La Linea, Madrid, Salamanca, San Sebastian, Seville, Tarifa and Valencia. LOCAL BUSES There are many different companies operating throughout Spain so you are best to check out the local companies and what connections exist if you are not following a straightforward route. Most private bus lines have a ticket office or allow you to pay when you board. CITY BUSES For city buses you usually buy your ticket from a machine or newsstand and stamp it on board in validating machines. You can sometimes get tickets from the driver. Buses going to the airport can differ from this system. PAYING Some bus companies will require pre payment before boarding the bus, others allow you to pay onboard. Check for each bus you take. Most tourist offices provide paying information and timetables. USEFUL LINKS Spanish bus companies include: ALSA http://www.alsa.es 31 routes in Galicia and northern Spain Autocars Costa Azul http://www.costazul.net Regular services between Alicante-Cartagena, Murcia-Torrevieja, Dolores-Alicante and Cartagena-Barcelona. AISA Group http://www.aisa-grupo.com Madrid, Spain - express coach services AvanzaBus http://www.avanzabus.com serving Spain and Portugal Autocorb http://www.autocorb.com Urban and interurban bus services in and from Barcelona For more go to this url: http://www.busstation.net/main/busspa.htm Other useful links: Eurolines www.eurolines.com Services within Europe. Tickets available online. Bus Éireann www.buseireann.ie Irish National bus company providing local bus services, Expressway long distance intercity services, Eurolines services with destinations in Britain and abroad. The Bus Station www.busstation.net Bus, coach, tram, trolleybus and transit links all over the world BusWeb www.busweb.com Index of links to bus, coach, and motorcoach related web sites. National Express Coaches http://www.gobycoach.com information and online booking service for National Express, Eurolines, and airport link coach and bus services. |
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