Madrid to Torquay, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

694.1 miles 1117.1 km · straight line
832.9 miles estimated 1340.5 km · driving distance
16h 45min estimated drive time
€131 - €161 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Torquay, United Kingdom?

The distance from Madrid to Torquay, United Kingdom is 694.1 miles (1117.1 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located N of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 832.9 miles, taking about 16h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Madrid is in Spain, while Torquay, United Kingdom 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 Torquay, United Kingdom. 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 Torquay, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 45min €131 - €161 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 6min $67–$125* Budget
Train ~21h 47min $100–$292* Comfort

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Torquay, United Kingdom
50.46°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients