How to travel from Frankfurt to Madrid

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Travel Information from Frankfurt to Madrid

distanceDistance896 miles (1445 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, flight or train
priceTicket price range$3 - $43
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • $3 (€3) • 25 h 47 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $43 (€38) • 2 h 35 min
carriersPopular travel companiesAir Europa

Travel 896 miles (1445 km) by bus, flight or train to Madrid from Frankfurt. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Air Europa among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Frankfurt to Madrid.

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Travel Tips: 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 Frankfurt to Madrid.
FAQs

Travel from Frankfurt, Germany to Madrid, Spain is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Madrid from Frankfurt restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Madrid, Spain from Frankfurt?

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Madrid, Spain?

The government of Spain has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Social distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Recommended

The above information was last verified on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip between Frankfurt and Madrid closer to your planned date of departure here.

Return travel to Frankfurt, Germany from Spain is: Unrestricted.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering Germany from Spain?

Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Spain.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into Germany from Spain?

Requirements for reentering Germany:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in Germany?

All travelers must abide by the following measures in Germany to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

  • Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face masks: Mandatory

The above information about your return travel to Frankfurt, Germany was last verified on 2/21/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to Frankfurt from Madrid.

There are 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt to Madrid including taking a bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Madrid is by taking a train. You can find average ticket prices around $3 (€3) compared to other travel options to Madrid:

A train is $18 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Frankfurt to Madrid costing on average $21 (€19).

A train is $39 (€35) less than a flight for this journey with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt to Madrid costing on average $43 (€38).

The fastest way from Frankfurt to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 2 h 35 min.

There are alternative travel options to Madrid that can usually take longer:

In comparison, traveling by bus can take you on average 27 h 15 min.

In comparison, traveling by train can take you on average 25 h 47 min.

The distance is approximately 896 miles (1445 km) from Frankfurt to Madrid.

The average frequency per day from Frankfurt to Madrid is:

  • Around 1 bus per day.
  • 2 trains a day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt to Madrid:

    If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt to Madrid, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

    • Travel with Air Europa to go to Madrid by plane. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Air Europa Frankfurt to Madrid tickets on Omio for $43 (€38).
    Many of our customers traveling from Frankfurt to Madrid don't make Madrid their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Madrid are Barcelona, Valencia or Sevilla, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Madrid to any of these top destinations today!

    When planning your trip from Frankfurt to Madrid, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

    • Bus tickets are costing on average $21 (€19) one way.
    • Plane tickets are costing $43 (€38) one way on average.
    • Train tickets cost $3 (€3) one way on average.

    However, we recommend buying tickets from Frankfurt to Madrid online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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