Route guide

Turin → Madrid

1063 km · Italy to Spain · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €36+ by bus

How to travel from Turin to Madrid

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

🚄Train

€79–231

Duration: 8h 52m

via Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo, Renfe (AVE)

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€36–94

Duration: 15h 11m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~30 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€78–248

Duration: 3h 55m

via Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, Iberia, Vueling

~166 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€128–234

Duration: 11h 49m

~181 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1063 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 Italy 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.

Turin to Madrid — every option in detail

Turin to Madrid by train

Trains link Turin (Italy) and Madrid (Spain) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 52m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo, Renfe (AVE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €79 to €231. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 15 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 166 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~151 kg on this distance.

Turin to Madrid by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Turin and Madrid with a typical journey of 15h 11m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €36 when booked in advance, rising to €94 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.

Turin to Madrid by flight

Flights between Turin and Madrid take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 55m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €78–248. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 166 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Turin to Madrid by car

The driving distance from Turin to Madrid is approximately 1222 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 49m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €128–234 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Italy–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 181 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Turin and Madrid is approximately 1063 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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