How to travel from Madrid to Algeciras, Spain

The distance between Madrid and Algeciras is around 585km (364 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 3h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Madrid to Algeciras by train, bus, car, plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Malaga (AGP) then take the bus to Algeciras.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)
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Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Algeciras.

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €45($45)
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Bus

Take the bus to Algeciras.

  • Duration8hrs
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
Operated by

Interbus

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Drive

Drive to Algeciras.

  • Duration6h 40m
  • Distance662km (411 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madrid and Algeciras

There are several options for getting from Madrid to Algeciras by train, bus, car, plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €45 ($45) and will take around 5h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €90 ($90).

The distance between Madrid and Algeciras is around 585km (364 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 500km (311 miles)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Madrid and Algeciras by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madrid to Algeciras is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx €90 ($90).

The cheapest way to travel between Madrid and Algeciras, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €45 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Madrid and Algeciras. It typically takes around 5h 25m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Madrid and Algeciras with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 5h 25m.

Renfe run train services between Madrid and Algeciras. Trains depart once daily and will take around 5h 25m, 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 Madrid and Algeciras. It typically takes around 8hrs and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Madrid and Algeciras with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 8hrs.

Interbus run regular bus services between Madrid and Algeciras. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 8hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Madrid to Algeciras. We recommend that you fly from Madrid (MAD) to Malaga (AGP) then take the bus to Algeciras. instead which will take 3h 10m.

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 Madrid and Algeciras. The distance is around 662km (411 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madrid to Algeciras is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around €45 ($45).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Madrid and Algeciras

Transport options from Madrid to Algeciras
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus + 2 similar
3h 10m
€90($90)
every 20 mins585km (364 miles)
Fly to Jerez (XRY), Bus3h 20m
€165($165)
4 times a day606km (377 miles)
Plane and Ferry3h 30m
€315($315)
every 4 hours661km (411 miles)
Train
5h 25m
€45($45)
once daily634km (394 miles)
Bus
8hrs
€55($55)
4 times a day681km (423 miles)
Drive
6h 40m
€120($120)
on demand662km (411 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