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Suggested Itinerary: Madrid to Costa del Sol

By Damian Corrigan, About.com

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Full Details of Travel Times and Prices

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  • Madrid to Merida

  • Mérida to Cordoba
    • By Bus: not available
    • By Train: 5h (35€) (change in Puertollano necessary)

  • Córdoba to Seville
    • By Bus: 2h (10€)
    • By Train: 45m (15€*)
      *Prices can vary from 8€ to 30€, but 15€ is the most common price. Check when buying your ticket.

  • Seville to Ronda
    • By Bus: 3h (12€) (via Jerez)
    • By Train: no train
      For more details about getting to Ronda, see How to Get to Ronda.

  • Ronda to Costa del Sol
    • By Bus: 2h (6€) (to San Pedro, near Marbella)
    • By Train: 2h (8€) (to Malaga)

Total Travel Time & Costs

  • By Train
    • Total Travel Time: 15h45*
    • Total Cost: 85€*
  • By Bus
    • Total Travel Time: 16 hours*
    • Total Cost: 103€*

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