How to get from Vienna to Comunidad de Madrid
For travel between Vienna and Madrid, flying is the most efficient option, while long-distance buses offer a budget-friendly but time-consuming alternative.
1,808 km apart as the crow flies.
| Option | Duration | Typical price | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlyIberia, Ryanair, Vueling · Vienna International Airport (VIE) Terminal 1 → Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) Terminal 1 or 4SThe quickest way to travel, especially considering the long distance and time saved compared to land routes. | 5 h 45 – 6 h 30 | €70–€400per person | Several daily departures |
| TrainÖBB, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF · Wien Hauptbahnhof → Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesA long journey requiring multiple changes, suitable for those who prefer train travel and have ample time. | 1 days – 2 days | €250–€850per person | Several daily departures (with transfers) |
| BusFlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus · Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) → Madrid Estación Sur (Méndez Álvaro)The most budget-friendly option, but it's a very long journey with often multiple transfers. | 1 days – 2 days | €100–€250per person | Daily departures (with transfers) |
| DriveOffers maximum flexibility and allows for sightseeing along the way, best suited for a multi-day trip. | 2 days | €300–€400per car | On demand |
Watch out · Fly
Always check baggage allowances and policies, especially with budget airlines, as additional fees can add up quickly.
Watch out · Train
There are no direct trains, and the journey involves a minimum of 3 to 6 transfers across different rail networks, often requiring an overnight stay.
Watch out · Bus
This is a very long journey, typically over 35 hours, and almost always requires one or more transfers, often overnight.
Watch out · Drive
This is a substantial multi-day drive (at least two full days of driving) across national borders with varying road regulations and requires an overnight stop. The ground truth car estimate includes 2350 km of road and approximately 1724 minutes of driving. Fuel and vignette costs are €287.88 and €12.40 respectively.
Typical figures for this route, not live fares. · Updated September 6, 2026