Leeds to Madrid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

930.2 miles 1497 km · straight line
1198 miles actual route 1928 km · driving distance
25h 40min estimated drive time
£182 - £224 estimated fuel cost
~2h 22min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Madrid?

The distance from Leeds to Madrid is 930.2 miles (1497 km) as the crow flies. Madrid is located S of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1198 miles, taking about 25h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Madrid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 25h 40min £182 - £224 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~30h 48min $96–$180* Budget
Train ~33h 22min $144–$419* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Madrid

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m 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 310 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 78 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM