Madrid to Winterthur by train
Winterthur lies 1,266 km (787 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 3 min at the speeds typical of Spain and Switzerland rail, over roughly 1,545 km (960 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Madrid | Winterthur | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Switzerland |
| Population | 3.3 million | 111,840 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 441 m (1,447 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Winterthur railway station, Winterthur Grüze railway station, Oberwinterthur railway station |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 8400–8409 |
What changes when you arrive in Winterthur
Crossing from Spain into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book trains from Madrid to Winterthur
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Staying in Winterthur
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Common questions
How far is Winterthur from Madrid?
1,266 km (787 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,545 km (960 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Winterthur by train?
About 10 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Winterthur?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Winterthur?
The Franc (CHF).
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.