Road Information and Access to Madrid-Barajas

This page is dedicated to planning your route to Madrid-Barajas Airport. Your parking space is reserved, all that remains is to determine the best path! The airport is easily accessible, but like any major capital, Madrid experiences traffic peaks, notably on the M-40 and M-30. Anticipate your departure for a smooth journey.

Main Road Routes

Madrid Airport (MAD) is very well-served by the Spanish road network. The main access routes are:

**From the North / Northeast:** Take the **A-2** (Autoroute del Nordeste).
**From the South / Southeast:** Take the **M-40** or **M-50** ring roads then join the **M-11** or **A-2** towards the airport.
**Direct Access:** The airport is directly served by the M-14 and M-11.

Remember to enter the exact address of your reserved parking (shuttle service) or the terminal (valet service) into your GPS.

Approximate Travel Durations

These estimates are based on smooth traffic flow and will help you set your departure time:

From Madrid (centre) to the Airport: 18 km / approximately 30 minutes
From Toledo to the Airport: 90 km / approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
From Segovia to the Airport: 110 km / approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

Safety and Driving Tips in Spain

Refuelling

For cost reasons, we advise you to fill up at a petrol station in the city rather than on the motorway. This will allow you to save money for your holiday. All types of fuel are widely available in Spain.

Mandatory Safety Equipment

In Spain, the reflective safety vest and two warning triangles are mandatory onboard your vehicle. In case of a breakdown or accident, wear the vest immediately and place one triangle 50 metres behind the vehicle (and one in front if you are on a two-way road, which is rare on motorways).

Directions to the Madrid Airport

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