How to get from Madrid to Algeciras
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Madrid to Algeciras by price and travel time.
- 501 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 5h 29m
- 1 train departures a day with Renfe
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
5h 29m
direct
Train
€44
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 19 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Algeciras. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 29m by train with no transfer. The two cities are about 501 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €24, on Wed, Oct 14.
501 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €50Older observation | 5h 58m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €23Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 5h 29mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€50Older observation5h 58m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€23Omio catalogue, Oct 205h 29m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Algeciras: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid → Algecirastrain
Renfe·5h 29m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Madrid to Algeciras
Renfe runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:30 and the last at 08:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfetrain | 1 | 08:30 | 08:30 |
All departures
- 08:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
RenfeMadrid-AlgecirasBook →
IberiaMadrid–Barajas-Málaga AirportSee live options and dates →Regional connectionMálaga Airport-AlgecirasBook →On this route you travel with Renfe, Iberia, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Algeciras works
Start with a Renfe train from Madrid to Algeciras, about 5h 29m. In total it's roughly €44 over 5h 29m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Algeciras: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Algeciras?
The most useful route takes about 5h 29m by train, with no transfer.
When is the first train from Madrid to Algeciras?
The first train with Renfe leaves at 08:30 and the last at 08:30, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Madrid to Algeciras?
1 a day with Renfe, between 08:30 and 08:30.
How far is Algeciras from Madrid?
About 501 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Algeciras cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €24 to €44. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Madrid to Algeciras?
On this route you travel with Renfe, Iberia, Regional connection.
Can you get from Madrid to Algeciras without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 5h 29m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Algeciras?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Renfe
Route calculated: 19 Oct 2026