Driving from Madrid to Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden lies 1,592 km (989 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 24 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 1,943 km (1,207 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Madrid | Leeuwarden | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | The Netherlands |
| Population | 3.3 million | 124,481 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 8911–8941 |
What changes when you arrive in Leeuwarden
Crossing from Spain into The Netherlands: the dialling code becomes +31; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book car hire from Madrid to Leeuwarden
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Staying in Leeuwarden
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Common questions
How far is Leeuwarden from Madrid?
1,592 km (989 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,943 km (1,207 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Leeuwarden by car?
About 24 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Leeuwarden?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Leeuwarden?
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.