Madrid to Tenerife: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1113.4 miles 1791.9 km · straight line
516.8 miles actual route 831.7 km · driving distance
9h 9min estimated drive time
€81 - €100 estimated fuel cost
~2h 44min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Tenerife?

The distance from Madrid to Tenerife is 1113.4 miles (1791.9 km) as the crow flies. Tenerife is located SW of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 516.8 miles, taking about 9h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 44min. Both are located in Spain.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Madrid and Tenerife. 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 Tenerife

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 9min €81 - €100 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 59min $41–$78* Budget
Train ~11h 54min $62–$181* Comfort

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Tenerife
28.29°N, 16.63°W
Atlantic/Canary
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 371 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 93 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM