Madrid to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1124.4 miles 1809.6 km · straight line
1488 miles actual route 2394.7 km · driving distance
24h 48min estimated drive time
€233 - €287 estimated fuel cost
~2h 46min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Vienna?

The distance from Madrid to Vienna is 1124.4 miles (1809.6 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located NE of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1488 miles, taking about 24h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 46min. Madrid is in Spain, while Vienna 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 Vienna. 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 Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 48min €233 - €287 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 46min $119–$223* Budget
Train ~32h 14min $179–$521* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madrid & Vienna

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 375 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 94 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM