Madrid to Salzburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madrid from Salzburg?

The distance from Madrid to Salzburg is 972.6 miles (1565.3 km) as the crow flies. Salzburg is located NE of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1167.2 miles, taking about 23h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 27min. Madrid is in Spain, while Salzburg is in Austria.

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 Salzburg. 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.