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Head from Cordoba to Seville in under an hour, with the frequent direct train services taking as little as 43 minutes. Sevilla is a stunning destination for a day trip, packed with striking monuments and charming Spanish neighbourhoods. The main train station is just a 20-minute walk to Santa Cruz, the old Jewish Quarter, and the gorgeous Seville Cathedral. Tuck into traditional Spanish cuisine at one of the many al fresco tapas joints in the city’s atmospheric streets before taking the short train journey back to Cordoba. Or, stay a night or three.
Renfe’s high-speed AVE trains will whisk you over quickly and safely, with train speeds reaching up to 330 km/h. For that extra boost in luxury, upgrade to Club for ultra-wide seats and gourmet food options. Find out more by scrolling down for train times and FAQs.
It takes an average of 50m to travel from Cordoba to Seville by train, over a distance of around 74 miles (119 km). There are normally 32 trains per day traveling from Cordoba to Seville and tickets for this journey start from $11.02 when you book in advance.
First train | 06:50 |
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Last train | 22:56 |
Departure station | Cordoba |
Arrival station | Seville |
Journey time | 43m |
Distance | 119 miles (74 km) |
Frequency | 32 trains per day |
Changes | Direct trains available |
Price | From $11.02 |
Train and bus operators |
AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.
Operating since the end of 2022, iryo is a new high-speed train company in Spain. It’s a consortium between the Spanish airline Air Norstrum and the train company Trenitalia, one of the greatest leaders in European rail transport. The first private Spanish high-speed company to operate, iryo runs high-speed services on the Madrid – Zaragoza – Barcelona route and connects Madrid – Cuenca – Valencia/Alicante and Madrid – Cordoba – Seville/Malaga. They are doing this all with a fleet of ETR1000 model trains that offer the highest level of comfort in Spain, with a combination of advanced propulsion and highest quality onboard services, including WiFi connection and catering service. 98% of the parts of the trains are 100% recyclable, making this trip sustainable as well!
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
Able to reach speeds of at 155 mph (250 km/h), Avant trains operate short and medium distance high-speed services. These trains are intended to cover journeys within the same autonomous community or in two neighbouring communities. For this reason, trains generally don’t offer catering services and travel less than 125 miles (200 km). They have two types of comfort classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class).
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Cordoba to Seville by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
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The average journey time by train between Cordoba and Seville is 50 minutes, with around 32 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Cordoba to Seville is 43 minutes.
Train tickets from Cordoba to Seville can start from as little as $11.02 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cordoba to Seville without having to change trains. There are 32 direct trains from Cordoba to Seville each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Cordoba to Seville leaves at 06:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Cordoba to Seville leaves at 22:56. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Cordoba to Seville cover a distance of around 74 miles (119 km) during the journey.