How to travel from Bilbao to Cádiz

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Compare bus, flight, and train for Bilbao to Cádiz

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Cádiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei393 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei393, while a flight costs an average of lei421.

Distance: 498 miles (802 km)

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lei393

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lei421

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lei913

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11h 5m

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10h 35m

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5h 27m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Cádiz is a bus with an average price of lei370.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Cádiz:

A bus is lei1400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Cádiz costing on average lei1770.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Cádiz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 51m.

Other travel options to Cádiz take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bilbao and Cádiz including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bilbao to Cádiz among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 42m sooner (2h 51m by flight vs 9h 33m by car). Tickets start at around lei1770 compared to roughly lei913 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bilbao to Cádiz

How to get from Bilbao to Cádiz by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Bilbao to Cádiz is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • VuelingVY2510
    7:00 PM1h25
    Bilbao Airport
    8:25 PMSeville Airport
    lei3201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • VuelingVY2510
    7:00 PM1h25
    Bilbao Airport
    8:25 PMSeville Airport
    lei3201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • VuelingVY2510
    7:00 PM1h25
    Bilbao Airport
    8:25 PMSeville Airport
    lei3201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SecorbusBASE
    9:00 PM15h05
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    12:05 PMCádiz, Estación de Autobuses
    lei3721One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY2508
    4:00 PM1h25
    Bilbao Airport
    5:25 PMSeville Airport
    lei4201One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY2512
    9:35 AM1h25
    Bilbao Airport
    11:00 AMSeville Airport
    lei4821One-way
    0 transfers
  • VoloteaV73528
    11:50 AM1h25
    Bilbao Airport
    1:15 PMSeville Airport
    lei5191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bilbao to Cádiz

Travel to Cádiz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Cádiz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bilbao and Cádiz including taking a bus, flight, and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Cádiz is a bus with an average price of lei393.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Cádiz:

A bus is lei28 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Cádiz costing on average lei421.

A bus is lei252 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao to Cádiz costing on average lei645.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Cádiz is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Cádiz take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 5m.

Train takes on average 15h 33m.

The distance from Bilbao to Cádiz is approximately 498 miles (802 km).
The average frequency per day from Bilbao to Cádiz is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bilbao and Cádiz as scheduled services by bus, flight, and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bilbao to Cádiz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bilbao Airport and arrive in Seville Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Cádiz station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bilbao and arrive in Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bilbao to Cádiz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Iberia Express, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc, Volotea, TAP Portugal, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Cádiz by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Secorbus to go to Cádiz by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bilbao to Cádiz with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, Vueling, Volotea, Ryanair.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Secorbus.
Omio customers who travel from Bilbao to Cádiz often also extend their vacation to go to Seville, Madrid, Málaga, Tarifa, Conil de la Frontera. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cádiz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cádiz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cádiz, you can explore the vibrant Mercado Central for local produce and seafood, wander the charming streets of El Pópulo, the city's oldest neighborhood, and visit the Cádiz Museum to see Phoenician and Roman artifacts. Don't miss the iconic Cádiz Cathedral with its panoramic views, or relax at the picturesque La Caleta Beach. Climb Torre Tavira for 360-degree views and explore the ancient Roman Theatre. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Plaza de las Flores, and consider taking a boat trip to El Puerto de Santa María or enjoying a flamenco show at a local tablao.
Three to four days in Cádiz is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the beaches, and experience the local cuisine and culture.

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