The cheapest and fastest trains from Cádiz to Madrid
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cádiz to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cádiz to Madrid will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 40 trains that leave Cádiz for Madrid on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Cádiz to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cádiz to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 302 miles (487 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€90 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €158 Average price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Cádiz to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Cádiz to Madrid trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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02075 | On time 5:35 AM Cádiz station | 4h36 | 10:11 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06013 | On time 6:00 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 12h07 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00694+ 06013 | On time 6:35 AM Cádiz station | 11h32 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13005+ 06013 | On time 7:40 AM Cádiz station | 10h27 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13005+ 06177 | On time 7:40 AM Cádiz station | 12h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06177 | On time 7:45 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 12h05 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | On time 7:45 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 10h22 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13007+ 06177 | On time 8:40 AM Cádiz station | 11h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13007+ 06013 | On time 8:40 AM Cádiz station | 9h27 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13009+ 06013 | On time 9:50 AM Cádiz station | 8h17 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13009+ 06177 | On time 9:50 AM Cádiz station | 10h00 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13009+ 06217 | On time 9:50 AM Cádiz station | 12h20 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | On time 10:30 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 7h37 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06177 | On time 10:30 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 9h20 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | On time 10:30 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 11h40 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13011+ 06177 | On time 11:40 AM Cádiz station | 8h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13011+ 06013 | On time 11:40 AM Cádiz station | 6h27 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13011+ 06217 | On time 11:40 AM Cádiz station | 10h30 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02135+ 06013 | On time 12:30 PM Cádiz station | 5h37 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02135 | On time 12:30 PM Cádiz station | 4h33 | 5:03 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
13393+ 06217 | On time 12:40 PM Cádiz station | 9h30 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13393+ 06013 | On time 12:40 PM Cádiz station | 5h27 | 6:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13013+ 06177 | On time 1:40 PM Cádiz station | 6h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13013+ 06217 | On time 1:40 PM Cádiz station | 8h30 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | On time 2:30 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 7h40 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13015+ 06217 | On time 2:40 PM Cádiz station | 7h30 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13015+ 06177 | On time 2:40 PM Cádiz station | 5h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02165+ 06177 | On time 3:15 PM Cádiz station | 4h35 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02165+ 06217 | On time 3:15 PM Cádiz station | 6h55 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02165 | On time 3:15 PM Cádiz station | 4h40 | 7:55 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06217 | On time 3:45 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 6h25 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13017+ 06217 | On time 4:24 PM Cádiz station | 5h46 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02175 | On time 5:10 PM Cádiz station | 4h32 | 9:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
13001+ 06107 | On time 4:40 AM Cádiz station | 7h22 | 12:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13001+ 06147 | On time 4:40 AM Cádiz station | 11h02 | 3:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13001+ 06127 | On time 4:40 AM Cádiz station | 9h27 | 2:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cádiz to Madrid
Trains from Cádiz to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: iryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Intercity, Renfe AVLO, Renfe (13), Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Cádiz to Madrid trainsiryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Intercity, Renfe AVLO, Renfe (13), Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Cádiz and Madrid from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cádiz to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cádiz to Madrid by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cádiz to Madrid
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 23:30
- Station cafeteria
- The station is fully accessible, including adapted platforms and assistance for people with disabilities.
- Spanish Galleon Lodge
- Hotel de Francia y París
- Dormos Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 23:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Cercanias lines: C1
- Regional bus lines: Avanza L-501, L-518, L-530
- City bus lines: 5, M036, M040, M041, M060, M061, M062, M960, M961, M967
- Train lines: Alvia, Media Distancia
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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