- Must visit
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Spain’s leading museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and major works by Dalí and Miró. A must for modern art lovers near Atocha.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 40 trains that leave Cádiz station for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes on Fri, Jul 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 22 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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06127Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 302 miles (487 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$72 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $144 (€119) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average $191 (€157).
Other travel options to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 41m.
Bus takes on average 6h 31m.
The journey is about 32m faster (5h 41m by train vs 6h 13m by car) and roughly $54 (€44) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€59) vs $126 (€103)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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13001 · 18035 | On time 5:40 AM Cádiz station | 13h29 | 7:09 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
13001 · 18037 | On time 5:40 AM Cádiz station | 15h28 | 9:08 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
13001+ 06127 | Delayed 5:40 AM Cádiz station | 9h22 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
35001+ 06127 | Delayed 5:40 AM Cádiz station | 9h22 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02075 | On time 6:35 AM Cádiz station | 4h32 | 11:07 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
13003+ 06127 | Delayed 6:45 AM Cádiz station | 8h17 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13003+ 06015 | On time 6:45 AM Cádiz station | 12h19 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06015 | On time 7:00 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 12h04 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06127 | Delayed 7:00 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 8h02 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13005+ 06015 | On time 8:40 AM Cádiz station | 10h24 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13005+ 06127 | Delayed 8:40 AM Cádiz station | 6h22 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06127 | Delayed 8:45 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 6h17 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06015 | On time 8:45 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 10h19 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13007+ 06015 | On time 9:40 AM Cádiz station | 9h24 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13007+ 06127 | Delayed 9:40 AM Cádiz station | 5h22 | 1:02 PM 1:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13009 · 18037 | On time 10:50 AM Cádiz station | 10h18 | 9:08 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
13009+ 06015 | On time 10:50 AM Cádiz station | 8h14 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13009+ 06217 | Delayed 10:50 AM Cádiz station | 12h22 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06015 | On time 11:30 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 7h34 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | Delayed 11:30 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 11h42 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13011+ 06217 | Delayed 12:40 PM Cádiz station | 10h32 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13011+ 06015 | On time 12:40 PM Cádiz station | 6h24 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02135 | 1:10 PM Cádiz station | 4h53 | 6:03 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
02135+ 06217 | Delayed 1:10 PM Cádiz station | 10h02 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02135+ 06015 | On time 1:10 PM Cádiz station | 5h54 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13393+ 06015 | On time 1:40 PM Cádiz station | 5h24 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13393+ 06217 | Delayed 1:40 PM Cádiz station | 9h32 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13013+ 06217 | Delayed 2:40 PM Cádiz station | 8h32 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | Delayed 3:30 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 7h42 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13015+ 06217 | Delayed 3:40 PM Cádiz station | 7h32 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02165 | Delayed 4:05 PM Cádiz station | 4h49 | 6:54 PM 6:54 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
02165+ 06217 | Delayed 4:05 PM Cádiz station | 7h07 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | Delayed 4:45 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 6h27 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
13017+ 06217 | Delayed 5:24 PM Cádiz station | 5h48 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
35017+ 06217 | Delayed 5:24 PM Cádiz station | 5h48 | 9:12 PM 9:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
02175 | On time 6:00 PM Cádiz station | 4h36 | 10:36 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Cádiz station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 5:10 PM |
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Discover the best of Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trip today.
Spain’s leading museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and major works by Dalí and Miró. A must for modern art lovers near Atocha.
Madrid’s world-famous fine arts museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. One of Europe’s essential museum visits.
A major art museum completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, with an outstanding collection spanning Renaissance to modern painting.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, people-watching, and visiting photogenic landmarks like the Crystal Palace.
Madrid’s grand historic square, surrounded by arcaded buildings and closely linked to the city’s traditional heart.
The symbolic center of Madrid, home to major landmarks and a constant flow of locals and visitors.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with central Madrid taverns and a beloved local comfort food.
Madrid’s signature hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, traditionally served in stages and closely tied to the city’s culinary identity.
A rich tripe stew cooked with chorizo, morcilla, and paprika, one of the most traditional and robust dishes of old Madrid cuisine.
Well-known casual spot, especially famous for its tortilla española, offering dependable traditional dishes at approachable prices.
Historic restaurant near Plaza Mayor, famous for roast suckling pig and classic Castilian dishes in a traditional old Madrid setting.
Iconic traditional restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and hearty Madrid-style cooking, with a well-known, lively dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe. Budget eats are easy to find, but central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change in cafes is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up; hotel tips are optional.
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