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Madrid Birmingham

1349 km · Spain to United Kingdom · Fastest: 4h by flight

How to travel from Madrid to Birmingham

There is 1 way to travel between Madrid and Birmingham — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

Not practical for this route.

✈️Flight
€89–282
Duration: 4h 18m
via Ryanair, easyJet, Iberia, Vueling, British Airways
~210 kg CO2 per passenger
🚗Car

Not practical for this route.

Where they are on the map

MadridBirmingham
Madrid and Birmingham highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

Madrid to Birmingham — every option in detail

Madrid to Birmingham by train

Train is not practical between Madrid and Birmingham because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Madrid and Birmingham via international airports.

Madrid to Birmingham by bus

Bus is not practical between Madrid and Birmingham because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Madrid and Birmingham via international airports.

Madrid to Birmingham by flight

Flights between Madrid and Birmingham take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 18m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Iberia, Vueling, British Airways.

Typical fare range is €89–282. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 210 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Madrid to Birmingham by car

Car is not practical between Madrid and Birmingham because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Madrid and Birmingham via international airports.

About this route

The distance between Madrid and Birmingham is approximately 1349 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Birmingham?+

The fastest way is by flight, taking around 4h 18m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.

What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Birmingham?+

Flight is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €89. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.

Do I need to fly from Madrid to Birmingham?+

Flying is the most practical option for this 1349 km route. Both cities have international airports with regular service.

How far is Madrid from Birmingham?+

The straight-line distance is approximately 1349 kilometres (838 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.