Day trip from Madrid to Burgos
Burgos lies 214 km (133 mi) north of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 214 km (133 mi) apart, Burgos is a realistic day trip from Madrid: about 3 h 29 min each way by road.
| Madrid | Burgos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 3.3 million | 176,418 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 863 m (2,831 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 09001–09080 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Burgos
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Staying in Burgos
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Common questions
How far is Burgos from Madrid?
214 km (133 mi) in a straight line, north of Madrid; by road roughly 261 km (162 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Burgos by road?
About 3 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Burgos?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
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.