The cheapest and fastest buses from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cádiz for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes on Thu, Mar 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct buses cover the 487 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 487 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price | €113 Average price |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes buses for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 8:20 AM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 8h55 | 5:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 12:45 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 8h45 | 9:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:25 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 5:40 AM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:25 PM Cádiz, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 4:50 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Buses from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:20, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 487 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 487 km |
Average bus duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 08:20 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Bus providers: Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, Socibus from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesYou can travel by bus between Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with Secorbus, BlaBlaCar, Socibus for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Secorbus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Socibus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Secorbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Socibus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Secorbus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Socibus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Secorbus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Socibus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Secorbus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without additional charge.
- Socibus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cádiz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 5 Train: C1
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