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Madrid to Seville: how to get?
There are three ways to get from Madrid to Seville: by train, bus or by plane. The high-speed train travel time is 2 hours 30 minutes, the ticket cost is from EUR 23. Madrid to Sevilla bus travel will take 6 hours 25 minutes and will cost EUR 24.7. A plane will arrive at Seville Airport in 1 hour 5 minutes, and a plane ticket will cost from EUR 113 to EUR 178. The distance between Madrid and Seville is 535 km.
It is better to plan air travel in advance – you’ll have a chance to buy tickets with a good discount and choose the desired seats, as this route is quite popular. There is also another thing: keep in mind that Sevilla San Pablo Airport is 12 km from the city, and this distance can be covered by shuttle in about 25 minutes. And though the bus from Madrid to Sevilla gets to the destination the longest, there are some night-time bus journeys, so you can have a sleep during the trip. If you prefer the train, note that its timetable is very flexible and often changed.
Seville – the city where corrida and flamenco reign
Seville is the capital of Andalusia, and tourists come to this city all year round. The most exciting thing about this place is its incredibly beautiful architecture, as well as the chance to take part in one of the brightest and unforgettable holidays. It would take a long time to describe all places of this city that tourists should definitely visit, however we can point out some of the most attractive and charming ones. For instance, nobody will remain indifferent when seeing the Giralda tower, Seville Cathedral and the Royal Chapel in it. You will also like the Alcázar of Seville, the Torre del Oro, the Maria Luisa Park, Palacio de Lebrija, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
Madrid to Sevilla train
€28
from 30 min
3 h 15 min
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The high-speed AVE Madrid Sevilla train departs from Atocha railway station. The travel time is 2 hours 30 minutes, the ticket cost is from EUR 23. The train is rather frequent – it runs from early morning until evening, and there are no night-time journeys. It is cheaper to buy train tickets in advance: you can buy them either online or at the railway station ticket office. The train is very comfortable – there is everything needed for a trip (even for a short one) inside it: drinks, food, latest newspapers.
Madrid to Seville train:
High-speed AVE train
Timetable:
06:55 am – 09:25 pm
Route:
Atocha railway station – Seville Santa Justa railway station
Travel time:
3h 15min (45min – shuttle to the railway station, 2h 30 min – train)
Waiting time:
from 30 min
Comfort level:
High: roomy cabin, large windows, restaurant, coffee tables, high seats with armrests
Cost:
From EUR 28 (EUR 5 – shuttle to the railway station, from EUR 23 – train)
Clients:
Those who prefer to save money, families with children, travellers without large luggage, young/aged tourists
How to find train to Sevilla platform:
The train departs from Atocha railway station, you can get there from the airport by Express Line Atocha Renfe-Aeropuerto shuttle (yellow bus). The train departs from Terminals 1, 2, 4.
Bus Madrid — Sevilla
€26,7
from 2 h
7 h
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The Madrid to Seville Socibus bus departs from Madrid Mendez Alvaro bus station. The bus gets to Seville in 6 hours 25 minutes, the ticket cost is EUR 24.7. This form of transport is available 24/7, however there are quite large intervals between journeys. Tickets can be bought at the bus station ticket office or through the carrier’s website.
Madrid to Seville bus:
Socibus to Seville
Timetable:
01:00 am – 11:59 pm
Route:
Mendez Alvaro bus station – Seville Plaza de Armas bus station
Travel time:
7h (35min – metro to the bus station, 6h 25min – shared transfer)
Waiting time:
from 2 h
Comfort level:
High: soft seats, Wi-Fi, sockets, WC, roomy cabin
Cost:
EUR 26.7 (EUR 2 – metro to the bus station, EUR 24.7 – shared transfer)
Clients:
Couples without children, young tourists, those who want to save money, travellers without large luggage
How to find the bus to Seville stop at Madrid Airport:
You can get to Mendez Alvaro bus station by metro: you need to take Line 6 or Circular Line and get off at the station of the same name.
Madrid to Sevilla plane
from €117
from ~5 h
1,5 h
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The direct Madrid to Sevilla flight is operated by the Iberia carrier. There are three flights per day, the last one departs late in the evening, and there are no night flights. The flight time is 1 hour 5 minutes, the ticket cost is from EUR 113 to EUR 178. Seville Airport is 12 km from the city, you can get there either by public transport or by taxi.
Madrid to Seville plane:
Direct Iberia flight
Timetable:
Flights at 08:50 am, 05:50 pm, 10:35 pm
Route:
Madrid Barajas Airport – Seville San Pablo Airport
Travel time:
1h 30min (1h 05min – plane, 25min – bus from Seville Airport)
Waiting time:
From 4h 45min between flights
Comfort level:
Low (low-cost airline): clean roomy cabin, comfortable high seats
Cost:
From EUR 117 (from EUR 113 – plane, EUR 4 – bus to Seville)
Clients:
Wealthy tourists, businessmen, young couples
How to get from San Pablo Airport to Seville:
You can get to Seville city centre by Especial Aeropuerto bus which departs from the airport building every 30 minutes.
Taxi from Madrid to Sevilla.
from €52
5 min.
20 min
Family
Having arrived in Madrid, it is better not to waste time looking for a taxi, especially if you’ve arrived for 1-2 days. Indeed, there are so many interesting things in the capital of Spain. Book a transfer from the airport or from the railway station of Seville, and the car will be waiting for you at the agreed time.
Timetable:
24/7
Route:
To the hotel in Seville or given address
Travel time:
20 min
Waiting time:
Taxi on the spot: up to 5min
Comfort level:
Taxi on the spot: air conditioning, journey without stops and other passengers
Price:
from 52 euro
Clients:
Families with children, inexperienced tourists, those who are in Spain for the first time or don’t know the language, aged travellers, those who have a lot of luggage or arrive at night, large groups of people
How to find the taxistand in Seville:
Taxis can be found at the taxistand in front of the exit from the airport or railway station.
Car rental in Madrid
from €3
from 1 day
from 1 year
To rent a car without a driver to get from Madrid to Seville, you’ll need a standard set of documents: an IDL, a passport and a credit card. You’ll also have to provide your national driving license. Drivers under the age of 25 will pay €8-20 per day for the lack of experience. Insurance, taxes and fees are included in the price of car rental per day. A deposit of €500-700 is charged. You can rent a car at Madrid Airport. The streets are narrow in the center and there are not many car parks there, so try not to drive into historical areas during rush hour.
Route:
only within the EU
Minimum age:
21 years
Comfort level:
high
Plan a route yourself.
How to rent a car
Reserve a car online or hire it at Madrid Airport.
How to get from Madrid to Seville?
There are a lot of different options to get from Madrid to Seville, so everyone can find the most suitable one for them according to their taste and budget. We hope you’ll make the right choice and your trip will be pleasant and comfortable!
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