Madrid to St Ives: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madrid from St Ives?

The distance from Madrid to St Ives is 682.2 miles (1097.9 km) as the crow flies. St Ives is located N of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 818.7 miles, taking about 16h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Madrid is in Spain, while St Ives 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 St Ives. 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.