Madrid to Versailles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

646 miles 1039.7 km · straight line
775.2 miles estimated 1247.6 km · driving distance
15h 36min estimated drive time
€122 - €150 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
24° NNE bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Versailles?

The distance from Madrid to Versailles is 646 miles (1039.7 km) as the crow flies. Versailles is located NNE of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 775.2 miles, taking about 15h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Madrid is in Spain, while Versailles is in France.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 36min €122 - €150 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 43min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~20h 17min $93–$271* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madrid & Versailles

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Versailles
48.80°N, 2.13°E
Europe/Paris
130m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 215 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients