Madrid to Heidelberg by bus
Heidelberg lies 1,394 km (866 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 25 h 15 min including stops, over roughly 1,700 km (1,057 mi) of road.
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| Madrid | Heidelberg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 143,345 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 115 m (377 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 69115–69126 |
What changes when you arrive in Heidelberg
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 Heidelberg
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Staying in Heidelberg
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Common questions
How far is Heidelberg from Madrid?
1,394 km (866 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,700 km (1,057 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Heidelberg by bus?
About 25 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Heidelberg?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Heidelberg?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.