How to get from Madrid to Munich
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Madrid to Munich by price and travel time.
- 1484 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 30m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 30m
direct
Flight
€217
Cheapest
30h 20m
1 transfer
Bus
€114
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 19 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Munich. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1484 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €99, on Wed, Oct 14.
1484 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €123Checked Oct 19 | 2h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €78Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 30h 20m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€123Checked Oct 192h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€78Omio catalogue, Oct 2030h 20m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Munich: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Munich Airportflight
Iberia·2h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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· 30h 05m€78Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
IberiaMadrid–Barajas-Munich AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusMadrid-Roma, Roma-MunichBook →
LufthansaMadrid–Barajas-Munich AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Iberia, FlixBus, Lufthansa; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Munich works
Start with a IB flight from Madrid to Munich, about 2h 35m. In total it's roughly €123 over 2h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Munich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Munich?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Munich from Madrid?
About 1484 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Munich cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €123. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Munich?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 35m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Munich?
About 2h 35m, 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 Munich?
Madrid is MAD and Munich is MUC, so this route is usually written MAD to MUC.
Which operators run Madrid to Munich?
On this route you travel with Iberia, FlixBus, Lufthansa.
Can you get from Madrid to Munich without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 30h 05m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Munich?
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: Iberia
Route calculated: 19 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 19 Oct 2026