Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz take around 8 hours and 39 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 732 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Santiago de Compostela is scheduled to depart at around  05:10. The last departure is usually at around 20:21 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Santiago de Compostela at around 05:38, with the last train leaving at around 20:06. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 23 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$141.62.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cádiz, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cádiz.

Is there a direct train from Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz?

The journey between Santiago de Compostela and Cádiz usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz?

The Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz train travel takes about 8 hours and 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Santiago de Compostela to Cádiz train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cádiz leaving Santiago de Compostela at around 05:10 and the last train leaving at around 20:21 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Santiago de Compostela at around 05:38, with the final departure at 20:06.