How far is Dortmund from Madrid?

Dortmund and Madrid are 933 miles (1504 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Madrid?

Most of the buses traveling from Dortmund to Madrid leave from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Once in Madrid, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Casa de Campo Park, Palacio Real, Lazaro Galdiano Museum and San Miguel Gourmet Market.

Bus Dortmund to Madrid from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dortmund to Madrid on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Dortmund	1d 7h	11:30am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Dortmund	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Dortmund	1d 14h	8:45am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Dortmund	1d 10h	8:10am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Dortmund	1d 11h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $198, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20h 50mAverage Duration

932 milesDistance

63kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$109 - $354	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$198 - $198	Average Duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Madrid?

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

B - ZOB

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Barajas Airport

B - Estación Sur

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Madrid by bus

How far is Dortmund from Madrid?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Madrid?
What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Madrid was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $120

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $120 to $185 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2025-11-20.