Edinburgh to Madrid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1073.7 miles 1728 km · straight line
1385.6 miles actual route 2229.9 km · driving distance
29h 24min estimated drive time
£210 - £259 estimated fuel cost
~2h 40min flight time
181° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Madrid?

The distance from Edinburgh to Madrid is 1073.7 miles (1728 km) as the crow flies. Madrid is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1385.6 miles, taking about 29h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Edinburgh is in United Kingdom, 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Madrid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 24min £210 - £259 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 17min $111–$208* Budget
Train ~38h 13min $166–$485* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Madrid

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 358 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM