Seville is connected to the main cities of Spain through the High-Speed Train (AVE) lines, and its airport is one of the most important in the country. Additionally, it has a rapid urban transport system that links all corners of the Andalusian capital.
Below, we outline some useful recommendations for both arriving in and getting around Seville.
The option of traveling by car provides us with great independence to organize our trip to Seville. The city is very well connected for arriving from both the northern peninsula and the Mediterranean coast or the center of the country. The A-45, A-92, and A-4 are some of the roads that lead to the Andalusian capital. On the other hand, Seville has several parking facilities where you can leave your car; you can check rates and schedules here.
Without a doubt, if you want to travel quickly and comfortably from practically any point in the country, we recommend using the train or AVE. Its station is located very close to the historical center, about 15 minutes from the Cathedral. You can check schedules and availability here.
Another option is to arrive in Seville by plane. With both international and national connections, Seville Airport is one of the main ones in the country. You can check schedules and flights here. Once you land in Seville, you can reach the city center by taxi or by taking the EA (Airport Special) bus line, which operates all day.
Finally, you have the option to arrive in Seville by bus. This is the slowest option, but also the most economical. ALSA is the transport company that manages the routes, and there is a great availability of schedules and routes that you can check here.
Getting around Seville is quite easy thanks to its good public transport network. It's also worth mentioning that if we find ourselves in the historical center, the distances are not very long and can be walked.
Traveling by bus is a good option if it's not rush hour, as traffic can slow the service more than expected. The price for a single ticket is €1.20 and can be purchased directly on the bus. If you plan to use public transport frequently during your visit to Seville, we recommend the one-day tourist card for €4.50 or the three-day card for €8.50. You can check rates, schedules, and routes here.
Another option is to take the metro. Currently, there is only one line that connects the metropolitan area with the historical center and Nervión, a commercial and leisure area. The price for a single ticket is €0.82, and there is the possibility of purchasing passes for multiple trips. You can check schedules and rates here.
Finally, you have the option to travel by taxi. You can check more information here.