How to get from Madrid to Rome
- 1367 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 30m
- 4 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 20m
direct
Flight
€137
Cheapest
2h 30m
direct
Flight
€22
Ground only
21h 11m
direct
Bus
€82
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 23 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Rome. 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 1367 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 23, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1367 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €22Checked Sep 23 | 2h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €168Omio catalogue, Sep 24 | 21h 11mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€22Checked Sep 232h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€168Omio catalogue, Sep 2421h 11m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Rome: 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 → Rome Fiumicinoflight
Wizz Air Malta·2h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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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.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Madrid to Rome
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€19Departures from Madrid to Rome
FlixBus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 21:35 and the last at 22:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 4 | 21:35 | 22:59 |
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· 30h 05m€168Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Sep 24
Operators seen on these journeys
Wizz Air MaltaMadrid–Barajas-Rome FiumicinoSee live options and dates →
Air EuropaMadrid–Barajas-Rome FiumicinoSee live options and dates →
FlixBusMadrid-RomaBook →On this route you travel with Wizz Air Malta, Air Europa, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Rome works
Start with a W4 flight from Madrid to Rome, about 2h 30m. In total it's roughly €22 over 2h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Rome: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Rome?
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.
When is the first bus from Madrid to Rome?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 21:35 and the last at 22:59, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Madrid to Rome?
4 a day with FlixBus, between 21:35 and 22:59.
How far is Rome from Madrid?
About 1367 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Rome cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €22 to €65. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Rome?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 30m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Rome?
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 Rome?
Madrid is MAD and Rome is FCO, so this route is usually written MAD to FCO.
Which operators run Madrid to Rome?
On this route you travel with Wizz Air Malta, Air Europa, FlixBus.
Can you get from Madrid to Rome without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 21h 11m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Rome?
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: Wizz Air Malta
Route calculated: 23 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 23 Sep 2026