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Centro de Interpretación Camarón de la Isla
Museum devoted to Camarón, exploring the life, music and legacy of the flamenco singer closely tied to San Fernando.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£60
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£83
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to San Fernando is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to San Fernando will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Madrid to San Fernando, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 489 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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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02104Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to San Fernando 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 3h 37m. 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 £87.
Distance: 489 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to San Fernando:
A coach is £6 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to San Fernando costing on average £42.
A coach is £50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to San Fernando costing on average £87.
Other travel options to San Fernando take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Coach takes on average 6h 32m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to San Fernando trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02164 | On time 16:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h16 | 20:21 San Fernando-Bahía Sur | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
02074 | 7:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h36 | 11:41 San Fernando-Bahía Sur | 0 changesdirect | |
06076+ 02104 | 7:54 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h39 | 14:33 San Fernando-Bahía Sur | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Madrid to San Fernando run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 489 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 489 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 19:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of San Fernando — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Fernando trip today.
Museum devoted to Camarón, exploring the life, music and legacy of the flamenco singer closely tied to San Fernando.
Main local museum inside the castle, presenting San Fernando’s history, archaeology and civic heritage in a restored setting.
Naval museum with ship models, instruments and documents that explain the maritime and scientific role of the Spanish Navy.
Salt-marsh nature area with boardwalks, birdlife and wide views, showing the landscape that has shaped local life and industry.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and civic buildings, ideal for a stroll and for feeling the everyday rhythm of the city.
Historic square at the heart of San Fernando, surrounded by notable buildings and a practical starting point for exploring on foot.
Tortillitas de camarones are thin, crisp fritters of tiny shrimp, chickpea flour and parsley, a Cádiz Bay classic linked to nearby island and fishing traditions.
Bienmesabe is marinated dogfish, fried until golden. It is a deeply rooted tapa in the Bay of Cádiz and especially typical in local freidurías.
Papas aliñás are boiled potatoes dressed with olive oil, vinegar, onion and parsley, often topped with tuna. It is a staple cold tapa across Cádiz province.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled fish and local seafood dishes with a lively atmosphere.
Traditional seafood restaurant known for fried fish, shellfish and Bay of Cádiz specialities in a classic local setting.
Established restaurant serving refined Andalusian cuisine and seafood rice dishes in a smart, comfortable dining room.
Moderate for Spain. Dining and cafés are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer. Local buses are affordable, so daily travel costs stay manageable.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; round up for taxis.
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San Fernando-Bahía Sur -> Plaza del Rey, San Fernando
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to San Fernando by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Fernando, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to San Fernando trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to San Fernando Bahía Sur station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and San Fernando train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
San Fernando Bahía Sur is 1 km from San Fernando city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
San Fernando Bahía Sur has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at San Fernando Bahía Sur.
ATMs are available at San Fernando Bahía Sur.
Available at San Fernando Bahía Sur: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Fernando Bahía Sur.
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