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UK to Spain Vehicle Shipping Specialists

Shipping a car to Madrid is a professional vehicle transport service that delivers your car from the UK to the Spanish capital safely and on schedule. International Car Movements provides fully insured, door-to-door car shipping to Madrid using covered and open carriers, with all customs documentation and border formalities handled on your behalf.
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Why Ship Your Car to Madrid?

Madrid is Spain’s largest city and a major destination for British expats, business relocations and property owners. As the country’s capital and economic centre, thousands of British nationals live and work in Madrid — and many of them want their own car rather than navigating the local market for a left-hand-drive replacement.

The drive from the UK to Madrid covers approximately 1,100 miles, crosses the Channel and passes through France and over the Pyrenees — a journey of at least 14 hours on the road, realistically requiring two overnight stops. Our shipping service eliminates all of that. Your car arrives at your Madrid doorstep without you having to drive a single mile.

We ship vehicles to Madrid for:

  • British expats relocating to Madrid for work or retirement
  • Companies transferring employees and their vehicles to the Spanish office
  • Dealers and traders sourcing or supplying vehicles between the UK and Spanish markets
  • Collectors with vehicles to deliver to Madrid-area storage, events or shows
  • Private owners with second homes in the Madrid region
  • Anyone purchasing a UK-sourced vehicle that needs delivering to Madrid

Madrid Car Shipping Options

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Covered Transport to Madrid

Our enclosed transport service provides maximum protection for high-value, classic and prestige vehicles heading to Madrid. Your car travels inside a fully sealed trailer, shielded from weather, road debris and visibility throughout the journey across France and Spain. Hydraulic ramps, air-ride suspension and soft restraint systems protect your vehicle at every stage.

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Open Transport to Madrid

For everyday vehicles, family cars and trade stock, our open transport provides a professional and cost-effective shipping option. Cars are loaded onto multi-vehicle transporters and professionally secured for the journey. Open transport suits vehicles where the priority is reliable, affordable delivery rather than enclosed protection.

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Multi-Car Shipping to Madrid

Relocating a household with more than one vehicle? Or a dealer moving stock between the UK and Spain? Our multi-car service allows multiple vehicles on a single booking, reducing the per-vehicle cost and simplifying the logistics.

How We Ship Your Car to Madrid

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Share the UK collection address, Madrid delivery address, vehicle details and preferred timing. We return a fixed, all-inclusive quote covering transport, insurance and customs.

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We plan the complete route including the Channel crossing, transit through France, the Pyrenees crossing and the final leg through northern Spain to Madrid.

UK collection

Your vehicle is collected from any UK address with a detailed condition report completed before loading.

Transit through France and Spain

The vehicle crosses the Channel via Calais or the Eurotunnel, travels south through France, crosses into Spain via the Pyrenees (typically the Irun/San Sebastian border crossing or the Perpignan/La Jonquera route) and continues to Madrid via the AP-1/A-1 or AP-7/AP-2 motorways.

Madrid delivery

We deliver door-to-door to any Madrid address, whether that is a city-centre apartment, a suburban villa, a business premises or a storage facility.

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Consider the pros and cons of shipping your car versus renting one in Spain. For short visits, renting might be more practical. However, for extended stays or special events, having your own vehicle can provide greater comfort and convenience.

Ship Your Car to Madrid

Whether you are relocating to Spain, delivering a vehicle for business or shipping a car to your Madrid home, International Car Movements provides professional, fully insured vehicle shipping from the UK to Madrid.

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Delivery Times and Costs

UK to Madrid takes 5 to 7 working days for standard road transport. The route covers approximately 1,100 miles including the Channel crossing and the journey through France and across the Pyrenees into central Spain.

Pricing depends on:

  • Vehicle dimensions and type — Standard saloons are priced differently to SUVs, supercars or vehicles with modified dimensions
  • Transport method — Covered transport costs more than open
  • UK collection location — Southern England is closer to the Channel; collections from Scotland carry a distance supplement
  • Timing — Spring and autumn are peak relocation seasons; booking early secures the best rates
  • Number of vehicles— Multi-car bookings offer reduced per-vehicle rates
All quotes are fixed and all-inclusive. Transport, insurance, customs documentation and tolls are covered in the price.

Madrid Delivery Coverage

Madrid is a large, sprawling city and our delivery service covers every part of it. We deliver to:

  • Central Madrid — Sol, Salamanca, Chamberi, Retiro, Malasana, La Latina
  • Northern suburbs — Las Tablas, Sanchinarro, Montecarmelo, Tres Cantos
  • Southern areas— Getafe, Leganes, Mostoles
  • Western suburbs — Pozuelo de Alarcon, Majadahonda, Las Rozas, Boadilla del Monte
  • Eastern areas — Alcala de Henares, Torrejon de Ardoz, Rivas-Vaciamadrid - The wider Comunidad de Madrid
Our drivers have experience navigating Madrid’s ring roads (M-30 and M-40), central streets and residential parking arrangements.

Customs and Documentation for Spain

Shipping a vehicle from the UK to Spain requires customs clearance at the Spanish border. We manage the entire process:
  • CMR consignment notes and transit documentation
  • Temporary import declarations for vehicles staying up to 6 months (holidays, short-term work assignments)
  • Permanent import customs clearance — including duty, IVA (Spanish VAT) and the Matriculacion tax where applicable
  • ITV (Spanish MOT) coordination — we can advise on the technical inspection requirements for registering a UK vehicle in Spain
Spain has specific import requirements that differ from France and other EU countries. Our customs team has extensive experience with UK-to-Spain vehicle imports and will guide you through every step.

FAQs

Standard delivery from the UK to Madrid takes 5 to 7 working days. This includes collection from your UK address, Channel crossing, transit through France and Spain, and door-to-door delivery in Madrid. Express options are available for urgent shipments.
Yes. Right-hand-drive vehicles can be used in Spain, though if you plan to register the car permanently in Spain, you may eventually need to convert it to left-hand-drive or apply for an exemption. We can advise on the registration requirements when you request your quote.
For permanent imports, you will typically pay customs duty (if applicable), Spanish IVA (21%) and the Matriculacion tax (registration tax, which varies based on CO2 emissions). For temporary imports of up to 6 months, no duty or taxes are payable. Our customs team calculates all applicable charges and includes them in your quote.
Yes. We deliver to all parts of the Comunidad de Madrid, including suburban towns and satellite cities. Our service covers the entire metropolitan area and surrounding regions.
We can advise on the requirements for registering a UK vehicle in Spain, including the ITV technical inspection, emissions documentation and homologation requirements. While we do not handle the registration itself, we work with trusted Spanish partners who can assist with the process.
Yes. Every vehicle is covered by comprehensive goods-in-transit insurance from the moment it is loaded in the UK until it is delivered in Madrid. Documentation is available on request.