Dublin, Ireland to Madrid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

901.5 miles 1450.9 km · straight line
1331.7 miles actual route 2143.1 km · driving distance
30h 28min estimated drive time
€230 - €283 estimated fuel cost
~2h 19min flight time
171° S bearing direction

How far is Dublin, Ireland from Madrid?

The distance from Dublin, Ireland to Madrid is 901.5 miles (1450.9 km) as the crow flies. Madrid is located S of Dublin, Ireland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1331.7 miles, taking about 30h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 19min. Dublin, Ireland is in Ireland, 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Dublin, Ireland 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 Dublin, Ireland to Madrid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 28min €230 - €283 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 34min $107–$200* Budget
Train ~39h 36min $160–$466* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dublin, Ireland & Madrid

Quick Facts

Dublin, Ireland
53.35°N, 6.26°W
Europe/Dublin
8m 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 301 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 75 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM