How to get from Brussels to Madrid
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Brussels to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1315 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1315 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €62Checked Sep 5 | 2h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €48Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 21h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€62Checked Sep 52h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€48Omio catalogue, Sep 821h 25m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Brussels to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Brussels Airport → Madrid–Barajasflight
Air Europa·2h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Brussels to Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€47October 2026
€24Departures from Brussels to Madrid
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:00 and the last at 10:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 08:00 | 10:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
Air EuropaBrussels Airport-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
Brussels AirlinesBrussels Airport-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBrussels-MadridBook →On this route you travel with Air Europa, Brussels Airlines, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Brussels to Madrid works
Start with a Air Europa flight from Brussels to Madrid, about 2h 30m. In total it's roughly €62 over 2h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Brussels to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Brussels to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Brussels?
About 1315 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Brussels to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €62 to €114. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Brussels to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 30m.
How long is the flight from Brussels to Madrid?
About 2h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Brussels and Madrid?
Brussels is BRU and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written BRU to MAD.
Which operators run Brussels to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Air Europa, Brussels Airlines, FlixBus.
Can you get from Brussels to Madrid without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 12h 29m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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