Route guide

Luxembourg → Madrid

1280 km · Luxembourg to Spain · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €41+ by bus

How to travel from Luxembourg to Madrid

There are 4 ways to travel between Luxembourg and Madrid — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€92–270

Duration: 10h 40m

via CFL, Renfe (AVE)

~18 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€41–110

Duration: 18h 17m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~36 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€86–274

Duration: 4h 12m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, Iberia, Vueling

~200 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€154–281

Duration: 14h 13m

~218 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1280 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Luxembourg into Spain. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Luxembourg to Madrid — every option in detail

Luxembourg to Madrid by train

Trains link Luxembourg (Luxembourg) and Madrid (Spain) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 40m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include CFL, Renfe (AVE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €92 to €270. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 18 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 200 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~182 kg on this distance.

Luxembourg to Madrid by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Luxembourg and Madrid with a typical journey of 18h 17m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €41 when booked in advance, rising to €110 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Luxembourg to Madrid by flight

Flights between Luxembourg and Madrid take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 12m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, Iberia, Vueling.

Typical fare range is €86–274. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 200 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Luxembourg to Madrid by car

The driving distance from Luxembourg to Madrid is approximately 1471 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 13m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €154–281 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Luxembourg–Spain border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 218 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Luxembourg and Madrid is approximately 1280 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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