How to travel from Madrid to Córdoba

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Compare bus and train for Madrid to Córdoba

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Córdoba among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 183 miles (296 km)

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€39

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2h 28m

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1h 58m

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6h 5m

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Córdoba is a bus with an average price of €31.

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

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Córdoba costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Córdoba is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Córdoba take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Córdoba including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Córdoba among Omio's users.

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from Madrid to Córdoba

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SNCF OUIGO06476
    6:55 AM1h44
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    8:39 AMCórdoba – Julio Anguita
    €131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF OUIGO06476
    6:55 AM1h44
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    8:39 AMCórdoba – Julio Anguita
    €131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • iryo06066
    6:50 AM1h43
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    8:33 AMCórdoba – Julio Anguita
    €181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • AVE02070
    7:00 AM1h53
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    8:53 AMCórdoba – Julio Anguita
    €181One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06076
    7:54 AM1h57
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    9:51 AMCórdoba – Julio Anguita
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF OUIGO11740
    11:40 AM1h45
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    1:25 PMCórdoba – Julio Anguita
    €221One-way
    0 transfers
  • SecorbusBASE
    11:00 AM4h55
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:55 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • SecorbusBASE
    11:59 PM4h46
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    4:45 AMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses
    €301One-way
    0 transfers
  • SecorbusBASE
    9:00 AM4h50
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    1:50 PMCórdoba, Estación de Autobuses
    €301One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Madrid to Córdoba

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Madrid to Córdoba, 89,88% 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 Córdoba 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 Córdoba

Travel to Córdoba 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 Córdoba.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Córdoba including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Córdoba is a bus with an average price of €31.

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

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Córdoba costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Córdoba is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Córdoba take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 5m.

The distance from Madrid to Córdoba is approximately 183 miles (296 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Córdoba is:
  • Around 44 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Córdoba:
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Córdoba – Julio Anguita.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Córdoba, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Secorbus, FlixBus to go to Córdoba by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD to go to Córdoba by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Córdoba with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with Secorbus.
  • 42 direct trains per day with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Córdoba often also extend their vacation to go to Seville, Granada, Málaga, Barcelona, Valencia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Córdoba and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Córdoba to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cordoba, explore vibrant local markets and try traditional Andalusian cuisine, attend a flamenco show for passionate music and dance, visit the Viana Palace for its beautiful courtyards and gardens, and take a scenic walk along the Guadalquivir River. Enjoy a relaxing bath at the Hammam Al Ándalus, a traditional Arab bathhouse. Discover the best sights such as the Mezquita-Catedral with its iconic arches, the historic Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, the picturesque Roman Bridge, the charming Jewish Quarter, and the impressive ruins of Medina Azahara.
To fully experience Cordoba, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days to explore its historic sites like the Mezquita, the Alcazar, and the charming old town.
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