Madrid to Flensburg by train

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Overview: trains from Madrid to Flensburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Madrid to Flensburg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:50 View journey
Last train 21:30 View journey
Avg changes 4
Fastest journey 24hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 1871
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey €338.43 View journey
Avg journey time 37hr 14m
Train operators 30

Travelling from Madrid to Flensburg by train

Considering a train trip from Madrid to Flensburg? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost from Madrid to Flensburg

Ready to book tickets from Madrid to Flensburg? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Madrid and Flensburg typically run €338.43.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 and a half months in advance.

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Madrid to Flensburg departure frequency and train timetable

With 22 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 20 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:50 and the last one is at 21:30. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:20, with the last one at 21:30.

Madrid to Flensburg train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 1,871 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 day and 2 minutes.

When are tickets between Madrid and Flensburg available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Madrid and Flensburg can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Madrid to Flensburg

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Madrid and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Flensburg city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Madrid to Flensburg

Want to know more about your journey from Madrid to Flensburg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Madrid and Flensburg is 1,871 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.