How to get from Madrid to Amsterdam
- 1481 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 30m
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 Amsterdam. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1481 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.
1481 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €35Checked Oct 10 | 2h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €51Omio catalogue, Oct 11 | 25h 25m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€35Checked Oct 102h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€51Omio catalogue, Oct 1125h 25m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Amsterdam: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Amsterdam Schipholflight
KLM·2h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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· 24h 40m€51Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Oct 11
Operators seen on these journeys
KLMMadrid–Barajas-Amsterdam SchipholSee live options and dates →
FlixBusMadrid-Bruxelles Midi, Bruxelles Midi-AmsterdamBook →On this route you travel with KLM, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Amsterdam works
Start with a KLM flight from Madrid to Amsterdam, about 2h 30m. In total it's roughly €170 over 2h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Amsterdam: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Amsterdam?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Amsterdam from Madrid?
About 1481 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Amsterdam cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €170. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Amsterdam?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 30m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Amsterdam?
About 2h 30m, 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 Amsterdam?
Madrid is MAD and Amsterdam is AMS, so this route is usually written MAD to AMS.
Which operators run Madrid to Amsterdam?
On this route you travel with KLM, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Amsterdam?
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: KLM
Route calculated: 28 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 28 Sep 2026