Madrid to Frankfurt am Main by train
Frankfurt am Main lies 1,446 km (899 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 10 h 5 min at the speeds typical of Spain and Germany rail, over roughly 1,765 km (1,096 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Madrid | Frankfurt am Main | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Germany |
| Population | 3.3 million | 650,000 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, Frankfurt (Main) Süd, Frankfurt Mühlberg station |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 60306–65936 |
What changes when you arrive in Frankfurt am Main
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.
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Common questions
How far is Frankfurt am Main from Madrid?
1,446 km (899 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,765 km (1,096 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main by train?
About 10 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Frankfurt am Main?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Frankfurt am Main?
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.