Driving from Madrid to Cadiz
Cadiz lies 488 km (303 mi) south-west of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 26 min without stops, over roughly 595 km (370 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Madrid | Cadiz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 3.3 million | 116,979 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 11001–11080 |
Where to book car hire from Madrid to Cadiz
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Staying in Cadiz
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Common questions
How far is Cadiz from Madrid?
488 km (303 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Madrid; by road roughly 595 km (370 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Cadiz by car?
About 7 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Cadiz?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.