- Must visit
Museo de Cádiz
Leading fine arts and archaeology museum with Phoenician finds and Spanish painting, essential for understanding Cádiz’s long history.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$62
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$75
Fastest journey on Sep 15
13 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
13 h 54 m
Buses on Sep 15
28
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zaragoza to Cádiz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaragoza to Cádiz will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Zaragoza to Cádiz without transferring at least once.
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BASEOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaragoza to Cádiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 457 miles (737 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $191 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zaragoza to Cádiz:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaragoza to Cádiz costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Cádiz take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 0m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $191 (€156) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $167 (€136). The journey takes 12h 0m versus 9h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:49AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 15h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Zaragoza to Cádiz buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal+ BASE | 1:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 17h30 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 1:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 17h30 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:05 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 20h10 | 11:15 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:05 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 16h15 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:49 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 15h31 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 15h30 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 15h30 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 4:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 14h30 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 4:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 18h25 | 11:15 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 4:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 14h30 | 7:20 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 6:20 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 16h55 | 11:15 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 6:20 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 16h55 | 11:15 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 8:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 14h25 | 11:15 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 8:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 14h25 | 11:15 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 1:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 18h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 1:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 18h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 1:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 18h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 2:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 17h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 2:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 17h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 2:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 17h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 16h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 16h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 3:20 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 16h35 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 4:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 15h05 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 4:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 15h05 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 4:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 15h05 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 6:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 13h05 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ BASE | 6:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 13h05 | 7:55 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Zaragoza to Cádiz run on average 27 times per day, taking around 12h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 18:50. The fastest bus covers the 457 miles (737 km) distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 457 miles (737 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 27 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 6:50 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Cádiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cádiz trip today.
Leading fine arts and archaeology museum with Phoenician finds and Spanish painting, essential for understanding Cádiz’s long history.
Subterranean site preserving a Roman theater discovered beneath the old town; a compact but remarkable glimpse into ancient Gades.
Exhibition center in a former prison, hosting contemporary art and cultural shows in a striking historic building near the waterfront.
Lively square beside the cathedral, lined with terraces and historic buildings; a classic place to feel the rhythm of old Cádiz.
Small urban beach framed by two castles, famous for sunsets and Cádiz’s maritime character; one of the city’s most photogenic walks.
Wide seaside promenade with Atlantic views, historic pavilions, and sunset appeal; perfect for a scenic walk along the old city edge.
Lightly battered and fried local fish, a Cádiz classic served in freidurías. It reflects the city’s deep fishing tradition and seaside tapas culture.
A chilled tomato, pepper, onion, olive oil, and bread soup often topped with local seafood. A refreshing Andalusian staple popular in Cádiz summers.
Marinated dogfish pieces fried until crisp. This iconic Bay of Cádiz tapa is known for its cumin-vinegar seasoning and strong local identity.
Refined restaurant known for creative Andalusian cuisine and polished service. A strong choice for a more contemporary fine dining experience.
Popular market-area venue specializing in tortillitas de camarones and fried seafood. Casual, busy, and ideal for classic Cádiz tapas.
Long-standing tavern famous for local tapas, cured meats, and a traditional sherry-bar feel. A dependable stop in the old town.
Moderate for Spain: rooms rise in summer, but tapas, local buses and casual dining stay fairly affordable versus bigger coastal cities.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Cafes often just round up. Taxis usually round up to the next euro.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaragoza to Cádiz by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cádiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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