How to get from Madrid to Brussels
- 1315 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 25m
- 8 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Brussels. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 25m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1315 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 28, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1315 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €32Checked Oct 7 | 2h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €42Omio catalogue, Oct 8 | 22h 15mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€32Checked Oct 72h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€42Omio catalogue, Oct 822h 15m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Brussels: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Brussels Airportflight
Air Europa·2h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from Madrid to Brussels
FlixBus runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 20:35 and the last at 22:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 8 | 20:35 | 22:55 |
All departures
- 20:35
- 20:55
- 21:35
- 21:55
- 22:35
- 22:55
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 20h 30m€42Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Oct 8
Operators seen on these journeys
Air EuropaMadrid–Barajas-Brussels AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusMadrid-Bruxelles MidiBook →On this route you travel with Air Europa, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Brussels works
Start with a Air Europa flight from Madrid to Brussels, about 2h 25m. In total it's roughly €134 over 2h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Brussels: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Brussels?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 25m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Madrid to Brussels?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 20:35 and the last at 22:55, from Madrid Barajas, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Madrid to Brussels?
8 a day with FlixBus, between 20:35 and 22:55.
Which station does the bus from Madrid to Brussels leave from?
Madrid Barajas with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Brussels from Madrid?
About 1315 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Brussels cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €134. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Brussels?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 25m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Brussels?
About 2h 25m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Brussels?
Madrid is MAD and Brussels is BRU, so this route is usually written MAD to BRU.
Which operators run Madrid to Brussels?
On this route you travel with Air Europa, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Brussels?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Air Europa
Route calculated: 28 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 28 Sep 2026