Madrid to Milan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

738.3 miles 1188.2 km · straight line
972.6 miles actual route 1565.2 km · driving distance
17h 1min estimated drive time
€153 - €188 estimated fuel cost
~1h 59min flight time
58° ENE bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Milan?

The distance from Madrid to Milan is 738.3 miles (1188.2 km) as the crow flies. Milan is located ENE of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 972.6 miles, taking about 17h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 59min. Madrid is in Spain, while Milan is in Italy.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Madrid and Milan. 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 Madrid to Milan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 1min €153 - €188 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 25min $78–$146* Budget
Train ~22h 7min $117–$340* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madrid & Milan

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Milan
45.46°N, 9.19°E
Europe/Rome
120m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 246 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 62 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM