How to travel from Cádiz to Madrid

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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 $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. 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 $40, and a flight costs an average of $26.

Distance: 302 miles (487 km)

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$74

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$49

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$229

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$126

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4h 59m

Average total duration

4h 29m

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30m

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6h 21m

Average total duration

5h 51m

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6h 27m

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3h 27m

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6h 29m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 2.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cádiz to Madrid is a bus with an average price of $49 (€41).

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

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cádiz to Madrid costing on average $74 (€61).

A bus is $179 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cádiz to Madrid costing on average $229 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Cádiz to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 5h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cádiz and Madrid including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cádiz to Madrid among Omio's users.

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from Cádiz to Madrid

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Air EuropaUX5054
    9:15 PM1h05
    Seville Airport
    10:20 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Air EuropaUX5054
    9:15 PM1h05
    Seville Airport
    10:20 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX5054
    9:15 PM1h05
    Seville Airport
    10:20 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe MD13017+iryo06217
    5:24 PM5h48
    Cádiz station
    11:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD13015+iryo06217
    3:40 PM7h32
    Cádiz station
    11:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD13013+iryo06217
    2:40 PM8h32
    Cádiz station
    11:12 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • SecorbusBASE
    10:50 PM8h05
    Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses
    6:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • SecorbusBASE
    9:25 PM8h25
    Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses
    5:50 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • SecorbusBASE
    1:45 PM8h45
    Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses
    10:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1076
    9:45 PM1h05
    Seville Airport
    10:50 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1074
    7:20 PM1h05
    Seville Airport
    8:25 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $581One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX5052
    11:20 AM1h05
    Seville Airport
    12:25 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Cádiz to Madrid

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Cádiz to Madrid, 93,01% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Cádiz to Madrid and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Cádiz to Madrid

Travel to Madrid 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 Cádiz to Madrid.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Cádiz and Madrid including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Cádiz to Madrid is a bus with an average price of $49 (€41).

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

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cádiz to Madrid costing on average $74 (€61).

A bus is $179 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cádiz to Madrid costing on average $229 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Cádiz to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 5h 51m.

The distance from Cádiz to Madrid is approximately 302 miles (487 km).
The average frequency per day from Cádiz to Madrid is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cádiz to Madrid:
  • Flights mostly depart from Seville Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Cádiz station and arrive in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
  • Buses mostly depart from Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cádiz to Madrid, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with iryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe AVLO, Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros to go to Madrid by train.
  • Travel with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, Socibus, Alsa to go to Madrid by bus.
  • Travel with Iberia Express, Iberia, Air Nostrum, Royal Air Maroc, Vueling to go to Madrid by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Cádiz to Madrid with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
  • 7 direct buses per day with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, Socibus.
  • 5 direct flights per day with Iberia Express, Iberia, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Cádiz to Madrid often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Madrid and these popular destinations at a great price.
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