Day Trip to Gibraltar from Cadiz
By Ethan Roworth·Last checked 11 July 2026
Why visit Gibraltar from Cadiz
Cadiz is one of the oldest cities in Europe. Gibraltar is one of the most contested. Both are sea-shaped, both are dense, both are old. Different chapters of the same Atlantic story.
Recommended day plan
Drive south at 8am. Gibraltar by 10. Standard half-day, then drive back via Vejer for a long lunch. Cadiz by 6pm.
How to get there
Car
95 minutes, 125 km on the AP-7 / A-7 motorway. Park at La Linea and walk across the border.
Bus
Bus to Algeciras (1.5h, €10), then to La Linea (45 min, €3). Or drive (faster).
Parking
Park at La Linea.
Border crossing
Standard.
FAQs
How long is the journey from Cadiz to Gibraltar? ▼
Around 95 minutes by car, covering roughly 125 kilometres.
Can I take a bus from Cadiz to Gibraltar? ▼
Bus to Algeciras (1.5h, €10), then to La Linea (45 min, €3). Or drive (faster).
Do I need a passport to enter Gibraltar from Cadiz? ▼
Yes. UK and EU citizens need a passport. UK ID cards are no longer accepted. EU national ID cards still work for EU citizens.
What is the best time of year to visit Gibraltar from Cadiz? ▼
Spring or autumn. The drive from Cadiz to Algeciras has good road and good views.
Once you arrive
Plan your day with one of our pre-built itineraries.