How to travel from Jaen to Algeciras, Spain

The distance between Jaen and Algeciras is around 336km (208 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Jaen to Algeciras by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out AlgecirasJaen if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Cordoba-Central and then to Algeciras.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €37($37)
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Bus

Take the bus to Algeciras.

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €21($21)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Algeciras.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Distance336km (208 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jaen and Algeciras

There are several options for getting from Jaen to Algeciras by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €21 ($21) and will take around 5h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €62 ($62).

The distance between Jaen and Algeciras is around 336km (208 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 235km (146 miles)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Jaen and Algeciras by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jaen to Algeciras is to drive which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx €62 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Jaen and Algeciras, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €21 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jaen and Algeciras. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Jaen to Algeciras. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Cordoba-Central. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 4h 55m.

Renfe run train services between Jaen and Algeciras. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 4h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Jaen and Algeciras. It typically takes around 5h 25m and departs 6 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Jaen and Algeciras with no changeovers required. The bus runs 6 times a week and takes 5h 25m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Jaen and Algeciras. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 5h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Jaen to Algeciras. We recommend that you take the bus to Algeciras. instead which will take 5h 25m.

The closest major airport to Algeciras is Jerez Airport (XRY) (XRY) which is approximately 88km (55 miles) from Algeciras. Málaga Airport (AGP) (AGP) and San Pablo Airport (SVQ) (SVQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Jaen and Algeciras. The distance is around 336km (208 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jaen to Algeciras is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around €21 ($21).

How do I get from Jaen to Algeciras

Compare travel optionsbetween Jaen and Algeciras

Transport options from Jaen to Algeciras
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 55m
€37($37)
twice daily424km (263 miles)
Bus
5h 25m
€21($21)
twice daily349km (217 miles)
Drive
3h 25m
€62($62)
on demand336km (208 miles)

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Airports near Algeciras

The following major airports near Algeciras offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Spain and internationally.

XRY
Jerez Airport (XRY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Algeciras
AGP
Málaga Airport (AGP)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Algeciras
SVQ
San Pablo Airport (SVQ)
International Airport
Distance
149km (93 miles) from Algeciras