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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £186 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £186, while a flight costs an average of £350.
Distance: 1718 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£350 Average Price | £186 Average Price Cheapest | £278 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 40h 35m Average total duration 40h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
5.2 - 10.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Madrid:
A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Madrid costing on average £350.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 40h 35m.
You'll arrive about 19h 53m sooner (4h 18m by flight vs 24h 11m by car). Tickets start at around £350 compared to roughly £278 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Madrid from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Madrid is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Madrid are Toledo, Segovia, Ávila, Cuenca and Salamanca. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Madrid on Omio.
Toledo is a historic hilltop city known for its medieval skyline, cathedral and Christian, Muslim and Jewish heritage. Its winding old streets, stone buildings and Tagus views give it a distinct, time-worn character.
Segovia is known for its Roman aqueduct, the Alcázar and a handsome old town crowned by a grand cathedral. Its Castilian character, historic streets and famous roast suckling pig make it feel elegant yet grounded.
Ávila is best known for its exceptionally well-preserved medieval walls and its strong Castilian character. Granite streets, Romanesque churches and the legacy of Saint Teresa give the city a calm, historic atmosphere.
Cuenca is known for its Casas Colgadas and its old town set above a dramatic gorge. Medieval streets, a notable cathedral and a calm Castilian atmosphere define its character.
Salamanca is known for its ancient university, honey-coloured stone and elegant old town. The city feels both scholarly and lively, with historic streets and a strong student presence shaping its character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Madrid:
A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Madrid costing on average £350.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 40h 35m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Madrid as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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