There are 9 ways to get from Munich to Madrid by plane, train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Fly from Munich • 6h 1m
42€ - 239€
8 alternative options
Train to Stuttgart, fly • 8h 8m
90€ - 347€
Train to Zurich, fly • 9h 34m
65€ - 257€
Train to Innsbruck, fly • 9h 54m
132€ - 541€
Train • 18h 34m
252€ - 421€
Bus • 31h
85€ - 220€
Bus via Karlsruhe • 33h 10m
99€ - 157€
Bus #2 • 4 days 7h
220€ - 310€
Drive • 18h 32m
220€ - 330€
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The cheapest way to get from Munich to Madrid is to fly which costs 40€ - 240€ and takes 6h 1m.
The quickest way to get from Munich to Madrid is to fly which costs 40€ - 240€ and takes 6h 1m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich and arriving at Madrid. Services depart once daily. The journey takes approximately 4 days 7h.
No, there is no direct train from Munich to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Muenchen Hbf and arriving at Madrid-Puerta De Atocha via Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf and Avignon Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 34m.
The distance between Munich and Madrid is 1484 km. The road distance is 1964 km.
The best way to get from Munich to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 18h 34m and costs 250€ - 430€.
It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Munich to Madrid, including transfers.
Munich to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Munich station.
Munich to Madrid train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Muenchen Hbf station.
The best way to get from Munich to Madrid is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs 40€ - 240€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 250€ - 430€ and takes 18h 34m, you could also bus, which costs 80€ - 220€ and takes 31h.
- Distance: 1484.5 km
- Duration: 6h 1m
What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Madrid, Spain?
Lufthansa, Air Europa and 11 other airlines fly from Munich to Madrid every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a train from Munich to Madrid via Stuttgart Hbf, Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hbf, and Avignon Tgv in around 18h 34m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 320€
Flights from Munich to Madrid via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 46m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 320€
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 38m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 390€
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 390€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 160€ - 400€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 160€ - 400€
Flights from Innsbruck to Madrid via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 150€ - 700€
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 320€
Flights from Innsbruck to Madrid via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 150€ - 700€
Flights from Innsbruck to Madrid via Vienna, Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 6m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 160€ - 750€
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 48m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 240€
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 290€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 230€
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 47m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 240€
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 57m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 260€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 230€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 300€
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 5h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 320€
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 75€ - 310€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 320€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 310€
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 390€
Flights from Innsbruck to Madrid via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 7h
- When
- Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 150€ - 600€
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Munich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 180€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 240€
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Zurich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 290€
Flights from Zurich to Madrid via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 290€
- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from Stuttgart to Madrid via London Heathrow
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 200€ - 650€
Flights from Innsbruck to Madrid via London Heathrow
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 40m
- When
- Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 700€
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Madrid via London Gatwick
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 27m
- When
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 430€
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 65€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 57 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 35€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 18m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 55€ - 85€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Muenchen Ost to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 48m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 70€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 60€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 12m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 60€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 18m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 12€ - 15€
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 60€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 45€ - 60€
- 1st Class
- 45€ - 60€
Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 25€ - 35€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 30€ - 35€
- 1st Class
- 25€ - 30€
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Avignon Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 2m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 160€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 120€ - 140€
- 1st Class
- 130€ - 160€
Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Zuerich Flughafen
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 33m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 50€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Muenchen Ost to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 34m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 20€ - 28€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- +49 (0) 221 800 20 820
- info@urlaubs-express.de
- Website
- urlaubs-express.de
Train from München Ost to Innsbruck
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 90€ - 110€
- Book at
- Urlaubs-Express
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Muenchen Ost to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 39m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 40€
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- 0711 19449
- Website
- vvs.de
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 14€
- Website
- Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS)
Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 21€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.de
Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Website
- DB Regio AG Baden-Württemberg
- Schedules at
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Avignon Tgv to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 1m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 80€ - 120€
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Munich, Munich central bus station to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 21€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Munich, Munich central bus station to Karlsruhe
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 20€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from München ZOB Hackerbrucke to Zürich, Carparkplatz Sihlquai
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 9€ - 14€
- Website
- RegioJet
Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Munchen, ZOB to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 30€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
- Phone
- 0041 (0) 844 257 224
- Website
- eurolines.ch
Bus from Zurich to Madrid Avenida de América
- Ave. Duration
- 26h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- 75€ - 190€
- Book at
- eurolines.ch
- Phone
- +386 1 431 77 00
- info@nomago.si
- Website
- nomago.si
Bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Karlsruhe Central Bus Station Southside
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 14€ - 27€
- Book at
- Nomago
- Economy
- 14€ - 20€
- Premium
- 17€ - 23€
- Family&friends
- 19€ - 27€
- Phone
- +49 6196 2078-501
- service@eurolines.de
- Website
- eurolines.de
Bus from Karlsruhe to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 27h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 130€
- Website
- eurolines.de
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Munich to Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4 days 7h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 220€ - 310€
- Website
- alsa.com
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The quickest flight from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 40m.
Munich to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid station.
Munich to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe SNCF, arrive at Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.
Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Madrid is 1964 km. It takes approximately 18h 32m to drive from Munich to Madrid.
Air Europa, Air France, KLM and two other airlines offer flights from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport.
Book your Munich to Madrid bus tickets online with Busbud.
There are 3960+ hotels available in Madrid. Prices start at 87€ per night.
The best way to get from Munich to Munich Airport is to line 8833 train which takes 35 min and costs 6€ - 10€.