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How to travel from Brussels to Madrid

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from Brussels to Madrid

How to get from Brussels to Madrid by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Brussels to Madrid is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

BlaBlaCar Bus1408 · 4003
05:55PM19h50
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
01:45PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
$671One-way
1 transfer

Cheapest

BlaBlaCar Bus1408 · 4003
05:55PM19h50
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
01:45PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
$671One-way
1 transfer

Fastest

RyanairFR 5463
09:30AM2h20
Brussels South Charleroi Airport
11:50AMMadrid Barajas Airport
$1371One-way
0 transfers

Other options

BlaBlaCar Bus50336 · 4003
04:55PM20h50
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
01:45PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
$671One-way
1 transfer
BlaBlaCar Bus1660 · 4003
04:45PM21h00
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
01:45PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
$671One-way
1 transfer
BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 4003
03:50PM21h55
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
01:45PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
$671One-way
1 transfer
Brussels AirlinesSN3721
09:20AM2h25
Brussels Airport
11:45AMMadrid Barajas Airport
$1511One-way
0 transfers
Air EuropaUX1174
06:55PM2h30
Brussels Airport
09:25PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$1591One-way
0 transfers
Air EuropaUX1172
10:45AM2h30
Brussels Airport
01:15PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$1841One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Brussels to Madrid

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Brussels to Madrid, 91,30% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Brussels to Madrid, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Madrid

Travel to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Madrid.

FAQs

There are 3 ways to get from Brussels to Madrid: train, bus or flight.

The cheapest way to go to Madrid from Brussels is by taking a bus, which costs on average $49 (€44).

This is compared to other ways of getting from Brussels to Madrid:

Taking a bus costs $13 (€12) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $62 (€56).

A bus is $466 (€420) less than a train with an average ticket price of $515 (€464) from Brussels to Madrid.

The fastest way to get to Madrid from Brussels is by flight with an average travel time of 2 h 25 min.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Taking a bus requires on average 20 h 45 min of travel time.

Train takes 21 h 32 min on average.

You should expect to travel around 816 miles (1316 km) between Brussels and Madrid.

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Madrid is:

  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • 51 flights per day.
  • 1 train a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Madrid from Brussels as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Brussels to Madrid:

  • Most travelers who book a plane ticket from Brussels to Madrid depart from Brussels Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

The following travel companies offer services from Brussels to Madrid:

  • BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus can get you to Madrid by bus. You can find a good deal for bus tickets with BlaBlaCar Bus from Brussels to Madrid for $49 (€44) on Omio.
  • Ryanair, Iberia, Brussels Airlines, Air Europa, Compagnie Africaine D'Aviation, Vueling Airlines, Lufthansa, TAP Portugal or Lufthansa Cityline (2) can take you to Madrid by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for Ryanair from Brussels to Madrid for $62 (€56).
  • Travel with Eurostar for trains to Madrid. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Eurostar Brussels to Madrid tickets on Omio for $515 (€464).

Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Madrid with the following travel companies:

  • Direct flight available with Ryanair, Iberia, Brussels Airlines or Air Europa 7 direct flights per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Madrid as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Brussels and Madrid.

Looking to extend your trip from Brussels to Madrid? Many Omio customers who go from Brussels to Madrid usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga or Paris. If you're looking to explore Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Málaga or Paris from Madrid, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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