Madrid to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

688.4 miles 1107.9 km · straight line
826.1 miles estimated 1329.5 km · driving distance
16h 37min estimated drive time
€130 - €160 estimated fuel cost
~1h 53min flight time
358° N bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Plymouth?

The distance from Madrid to Plymouth is 688.4 miles (1107.9 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located N of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 826.1 miles, taking about 16h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Madrid is in Spain, while Plymouth is in United Kingdom.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Plymouth. 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 Madrid to Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 37min €130 - €160 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 56min $66–$124* Budget
Train ~21h 36min $99–$289* Comfort

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 229 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients