Copenhagen to Madrid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1287.9 miles 2072.6 km · straight line
1633.5 miles actual route 2628.9 km · driving distance
27h 11min estimated drive time
DKK 2136 - DKK 2629 estimated fuel cost
~3h 5min flight time
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Madrid?

The distance from Copenhagen to Madrid is 1287.9 miles (2072.6 km) as the crow flies. Madrid is located SW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1633.5 miles, taking about 27h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 5min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Madrid is in Spain.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Copenhagen and Madrid. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Copenhagen to Madrid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 11min DKK 2136 - DKK 2629 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 37min $131–$245* Budget
Train ~35h 20min $196–$572* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Copenhagen & Madrid

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 429 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 107 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM