Madrid to Aachen by bus
Aachen lies 1,378 km (856 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 24 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 1,681 km (1,045 mi) of road.
| Madrid | Aachen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 265,208 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 178 m (584 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 52062–52080 |
What changes when you arrive in Aachen
Crossing from Spain into Germany: the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book buses from Madrid to Aachen
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Staying in Aachen
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Common questions
How far is Aachen from Madrid?
1,378 km (856 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,681 km (1,045 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Aachen by bus?
About 24 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Aachen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Aachen?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.