How to get from Madrid to London
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 Madrid to London. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 25m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1266 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €27, on Sat, Sep 5.
1266 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €93Checked Sep 9 | 2h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €131Reading date not recorded | 25h 50m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€93Checked Sep 92h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€131Reading date not recorded25h 50m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to London: 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.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → London Heathrowflight
Iberia·2h 25m
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.
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to London
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
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
IberiaMadrid–Barajas-London HeathrowSee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-ZaragozaBook →
RyanairZaragoza Airport-London StanstedSee live options and dates →
Iberia ExpressMadrid–Barajas-London GatwickSee live options and dates →
FlixBusMadrid-BrusselsBook →
EurostarBrussels-LondonBook →On this route you travel with Iberia, Renfe, Ryanair, Iberia Express, FlixBus, Eurostar; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to London works
Start with a IB flight from Madrid to London, about 2h 25m. In total it's roughly €93 over 2h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to London: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to London?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 25m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is London from Madrid?
About 1266 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to London cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €27 to €220. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to London?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 25m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to London?
About 2h 25m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and London?
Madrid is MAD and London is LHR, so this route is usually written MAD to LHR.
Which operators run Madrid to London?
On this route you travel with Iberia, Renfe, Ryanair, Iberia Express, FlixBus, Eurostar.
Can you get from Madrid to London without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 20h 12m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to London?
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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