How much does it cost to rent a motorhome in Madrid and travel through Spain in 2027

When a Brazilian traveller considers renting a motorhome in Madrid, the question that decides everything is always the same: “How much is it really going to cost?” And we’re not just talking about the rental price, but the total cost of the trip: fuel, campsites, food, tolls and possible extras.

In this guide, we break down all the real costs of renting a motorhome in Madrid and doing a 7-day route through Spain, with data updated for 2027. At the end, we compare the total cost with the classic hotel + train alternative, so you can decide with numbers on the table.

1. Motorhome rental price

The rental price varies according to three factors: season, model and duration.

• Low season (November to March, except holidays): from €70–90 per night for compact 2-person models;
• Mid season (April, May, June and September): between €120 and €180 per night;
• High season (July and August): average between €250 and €300 per night;
• Family or premium models (4–6 berths, automatic transmission, Starlink): above-average rates.

The minimum rental is usually 3 to 7 days depending on the season. In high season, many companies require a full week.

Practical example: a 4-berth motorhome, 7 nights in mid season, can cost between €840 and €1,260 for the rental alone.

2. Deposit (security deposit)

The deposit is not a cost, but it must be taken into account because it is blocked on the credit card throughout the trip:

• Typical amount: between €600 and €1,200, depending on the model;
• Payment method: credit card in the driver’s name (debit is not accepted);
• Refund: on returning the vehicle, if everything is in order (tanks empty, basic cleaning done, no damage and fuel at the agreed level).

3. Fuel

Motorhomes run on diesel. The average price in Spain in 2027 is around €1.50 per litre.

• Average consumption: 10–12 litres per 100 km;
• 7-day route through Andalusia (around 1,200 km): about €120–150 in fuel;
• 14-day route through Spain (around 3,000 km): about €300–380.

Tip: always refuel at roadside service stations off the motorways, where prices tend to be lower.

4. Campsites and overnight areas

This is one of the big savings of the motorhome, but it isn’t free:

• Campsites in high season: between €40 and €60 per night for two people, electricity included;
• Campsites in low season: between €25 and €40 per night;
• Motorhome areas: between €10 and €20 per night, with basic services;
• Free overnight stay: legal in many areas if the vehicle is properly parked, but with no services.

Practical example: 7 nights in mid-season campsites, around €280–350.

5. Tolls

In Spain, most motorways are free. Tolls are concentrated in:

• Motorways in Catalonia and the Basque Country;
• Some motorways in Madrid and Valencia;
• Specific tunnels and bridges.

For a 7-day route through Andalusia departing from Madrid, tolls are minimal or non-existent. For longer routes through the north or east, budget between €50 and €120.

6. Food and supermarket

One of the great advantages of the motorhome is that you can cook on board. The savings compared to eating in restaurants are remarkable:

• Supermarket for 2 people, 7 days: between €100 and €150;
• Eating in restaurants every day: between €250 and €400 for two people.

Cooking on board lets you save between €150 and €250 per week, without giving up eating well.

7. Optional extras

• Bed linen and towel kit: €30–60 per person;
• Camping chair and table: €15–30 per set;
• Bike rack: €30–60 per rental;
• Second driver: €10–20 per day;
• WiFi or Starlink: €10–20 per day;
• Final cleaning (if not returned clean): €30–150.

8. Total cost: real 7-day example

Route Madrid → Toledo → Córdoba → Seville, 7 days, 2 people, mid season:

Cost per person: around €850 for 7 days, including accommodation, transport and food.

9. Comparison: motorhome vs. hotel + train

The same 7-day route, 2 people, in mid season:

Conclusion: in mid season, the motorhome and the hotel + train option come out practically level. The motorhome’s real advantage appears in high season (when hotels rise sharply) and in groups of 3 or more people, where the cost per person drops considerably.

On top of that, there’s what can’t be measured in euros: the freedom to change route, waking up next to a different landscape every day and not depending on train schedules.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a motorhome in Madrid in 2027?

In low season, from €70–90 per night for compact models. In mid season, between €120 and €180 per night. In high season (July and August), the average is between €250 and €300 per night. The minimum rental varies from 3 to 7 days depending on the season.

How much does a 7-day motorhome trip through Spain cost for two people?

For a 7-day route through Andalusia departing from Madrid, the total cost for two people in mid season is around €1,700, including rental, fuel, campsites, food and extras. That works out at about €850 per person, with accommodation, transport and meals included.

Is it cheaper to rent a motorhome or go by hotel and train through Spain?

In mid season, the two come out practically level: between €1,150 and €1,750 for two people, 7 days. The motorhome clearly wins in high season, when hotels rise sharply, and in groups of 3 or more people, where the cost per person drops noticeably.