Rotterdam to Madrid by flight + train
This route from Rotterdam to Madrid is not by plane the whole way: by train, flight it takes about 16h 16m in total, run by NS Int, Vueling, Renfe. A cheaper option we found is train + bus, at €118. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €213
- Total journey
- 16h 16m
- Change
- 3 transfers
- Operator
- NS Int, Vueling, Renfe
Checked Sep 21 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Rotterdam to Brussels Airport
NS Int1h 27mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Brussels Airport - 2Brussels Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry1h 31m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Lyon Saint-Exupéry - 3Lyon Saint-Exupéry to Barcelona El Prat
Vueling1h 30mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Barcelona El Prat - 4Barcelona to Madrid
Renfe3h 18mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Flight facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Flight covers Brussels Airport to Barcelona El Prat. The rest of the journey is by train.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €118Reading date not recorded | 23h 43m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Bus€118Reading date not recorded23h 43m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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· 25h 50m€51Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Rotterdam to Madrid by plane: common questions
How long does Rotterdam to Madrid take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + train together take about 16h 16m, 3 transfers.
How much is a flight ticket from Rotterdam to Madrid?
The best price in our latest check was €213. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Rotterdam to Madrid?
NS Int, Vueling, Renfe. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the train + bus better?
The train + bus is cheaper at €118. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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