How to travel from Madrid to Cádiz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Cádiz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Cádiz 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 2h 13m. 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 €30.

Distance: 302 miles (487 km)

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€96

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€42

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Cheapest

€193

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5h 21m

Average total duration

4h 51m

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30m

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7h 22m

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6h 52m

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5h 13m

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2h 13m

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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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Secorbus

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Iberia Express

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from Madrid to Cádiz

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

Our recommendation

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

Renfe ALVIA02104
10:05AM4h37
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
02:42PMCádiz station
$401One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

Renfe ALVIA02104
10:05AM4h37
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
02:42PMCádiz station
$401One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Iberia ExpressIB1751
07:20AM1h10
Madrid Barajas Airport
08:30AMSeville Airport
$431One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Renfe ALVIA02074
07:05AM4h38
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11:43AMCádiz station
$401One-way
0 transfers
Renfe ALVIA02164
04:05PM4h22
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
08:27PMCádiz station
$401One-way
0 transfers
Renfe ALVIA02124
12:05PM4h36
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
04:41PMCádiz station
$571One-way
0 transfers
SecorbusBASE
11:00AM8h20
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
07:20PMCádiz, Estación de Autobuses
$581One-way
0 transfers
SecorbusBASE
03:00PM8h15
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
11:15PMCádiz, Estación de Autobuses
$581One-way
0 transfers
SecorbusBASE
11:59PM7h56
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
07:55AMCádiz, Estación de Autobuses
$581One-way
0 transfers
IberiaIB1089+Renfe (13)13079
08:15AM4h34
Madrid Barajas Airport
12:49PMCádiz station
$4511One-way
1 transfer
IberiaIB1075
07:50PM1h15
Madrid Barajas Airport
09:05PMSeville Airport
$3941One-way
0 transfers
IberiaIB1089+Renfe (13)13008
08:15AM6h15
Madrid Barajas Airport
02:30PMCádiz station
$4511One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Madrid to Cádiz

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Madrid to Cádiz, 83,77% 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 Madrid to Cádiz 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 Madrid 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 Madrid to Cádiz.

FAQs

There are 3 ways to get from Madrid to Cádiz: train, bus or flight.

The cheapest way to go to Cádiz from Madrid is by taking a flight, which costs on average $34 (€31).

This is compared to other ways of getting from Madrid to Cádiz:

Taking a flight costs $11 (€10) less than taking a bus, which costs on average $45 (€40) for the same trip.

Taking a flight costs $10 (€9) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $44 (€40).

The fastest way to get to Cádiz from Madrid is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h 10 min.

Other travel options to Cádiz take longer:

Getting to Cádiz by bus takes 7 h 40 min on average.

Train takes on average 4 h 24 min.

Cádiz is approximately 302 miles (487 km) away from Madrid.

The average frequency per day from Madrid to Cádiz is:

  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • 13 flights per day.
  • 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Cádiz:

  • Buses from Madrid to Cádiz most often leave from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses.
  • Trains mostly leave from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and tend to arrive in Cádiz.

The following travel companies offer services from Madrid to Cádiz:

  • Travel with Secorbus or Samar for buses to Cádiz. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Secorbus Madrid to Cádiz tickets on Omio for $45 (€40).
  • Iberia Express, Iberia, Air Nostrum or Vueling Airlines can take you to Cádiz by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for Iberia Express from Madrid to Cádiz for $34 (€31).
  • Travel with iryo, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Ouigo or Renfe Viajeros to go to Cádiz by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Ouigo Madrid to Cádiz tickets on Omio for $38 (€34).

Yes, there are direct routes from Madrid to Cádiz with the following travel companies:

  • You can find 8 direct buses per day to Cádiz with Secorbus.
  • You can find 5 direct flights per day to Cádiz with Iberia Express or Iberia.
  • You can find 3 direct trains per day to take to Cádiz with Renfe ALVIA or Renfe Viajeros.

Direct services to Cádiz tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

Looking to extend your trip from Madrid to Cádiz? Many Omio customers who go from Madrid to Cádiz usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Seville, Málaga, Tarifa or Conil de la Frontera. If you're looking to explore Seville, Málaga, Tarifa or Conil de la Frontera from Cádiz, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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