Driving from Madrid to Braunschweig
Braunschweig lies 1,705 km (1,060 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 26 h without stops, over roughly 2,080 km (1,293 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Madrid | Braunschweig | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 244,715 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 72 m (236 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 38023–38126 |
What changes when you arrive in Braunschweig
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 car hire from Madrid to Braunschweig
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Staying in Braunschweig
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Common questions
How far is Braunschweig from Madrid?
1,705 km (1,060 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 2,080 km (1,293 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Braunschweig by car?
About 26 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Braunschweig?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Braunschweig?
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.