Grindelwald to Madrid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

726.9 miles 1169.8 km · straight line
872.3 miles estimated 1403.8 km · driving distance
17h 33min estimated drive time
CHF 169 - CHF 208 estimated fuel cost
~1h 58min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Grindelwald from Madrid?

The distance from Grindelwald to Madrid is 726.9 miles (1169.8 km) as the crow flies. Madrid is located WSW of Grindelwald. By car, the driving distance is approximately 872.3 miles, taking about 17h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Grindelwald is in Switzerland, 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 Grindelwald and Madrid. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Grindelwald to Madrid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 33min CHF 169 - CHF 208 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 4min $70–$131* Budget
Train ~22h 49min $105–$305* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grindelwald & Madrid

Quick Facts

Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m 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 242 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 61 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients