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Museo de Cádiz
Leading city museum with Phoenician sarcophagi, Roman finds, and fine art that explains Cádiz from antiquity to the modern era.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£39
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£39
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
7 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
8 h 10 m
Buses on 30 Aug
5
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Cádiz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Cádiz will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 5 buses from Madrid to Cádiz, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 487 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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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BASEOmio 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 487 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £54 Average Price |
7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Cádiz coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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BASE | 15:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h15 | 23:15 Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 22:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h40 | 5:40 Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 23:15 AEROPUERTO MADRID T-1 | 8h40 | 7:55 Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 23:59 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h56 | 7:55 Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
BASE | 11:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h20 | 19:20 Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Cádiz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 487 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 487 km |
Average bus duration 7h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Cádiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cádiz trip today.
Leading city museum with Phoenician sarcophagi, Roman finds, and fine art that explains Cádiz from antiquity to the modern era.
Underground archaeological site preserving a Roman theatre. A strong stop for understanding ancient Gades in the heart of the old quarter.
Small museum in the cathedral complex showing religious art, liturgical objects, and access to part of Cádiz’s ecclesiastical heritage.
Elegant seafront promenade and garden-lined viewpoint. It is one of the best places for walking, fresh air, and wide views over the Atlantic.
Broad urban beach along the new city, popular for walks and sunset. It offers a lively local atmosphere and easy access from the centre.
Historic neighbourhood at the tip of the old city, known for La Caleta, narrow lanes, and a relaxed character shaped by the sea.
Thin chickpea-flour fritters fried until crisp. A Cádiz classic sold hot in freidurías and loved for their simple, seafaring tradition.
Fresh local tuna, often almadraba-caught, served raw or lightly dressed. It reflects Cádiz’s long Atlantic fishing heritage.
Assorted fish and seafood lightly floured and fried. It is one of the most traditional tapas in Cádiz’s bars and freidurías.
Traditional market-side venue famous for seafood tapas and fried specialities in a busy, authentic Cádiz setting.
Historic seafood restaurant known for fried fish, shellfish and classic Bay of Cádiz dishes in a traditional setting.
Popular old-town freiduría specialising in fried fish and simple seafood plates with a lively, casual local atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: tapas and local bars are good value, but summer stays rise. Buses are cheap and many sights are low-cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxi tips are optional, usually rounding up.
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Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza de San Juan de Dios, Cádiz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Cádiz by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cádiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Cádiz buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Cádiz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 is 11 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante La Pausa (0.2 km), Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departure area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Elevators, ramps.
Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Cádiz city centre. Public transport options include:
Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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