Gothenburg to Madrid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1382.1 miles 2224.3 km · straight line
1824.5 miles actual route 2936.2 km · driving distance
30h 37min estimated drive time
SEK 3435 - SEK 4228 estimated fuel cost
~3h 17min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Madrid?

The distance from Gothenburg to Madrid is 1382.1 miles (2224.3 km) as the crow flies. Madrid is located SW of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1824.5 miles, taking about 30h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 17min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, 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 Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Madrid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 37min SEK 3435 - SEK 4228 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 44min $146–$274* Budget
Train ~39h 48min $219–$639* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gothenburg & Madrid

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m 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 461 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 115 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM