Pet Transport UK to Spain, the Low-Cost Way
A shared pet bus between London Heathrow and Madrid Airport. Fixed monthly dates, individual kennels, transparent prices from €295. No quote forms, no waiting.
Pick your date
London → Madrid departs the 3rd of every month; Madrid → London on the 7th. Two fixed monthly trips, published in advance.
Reserve online
Choose large dog, small/medium dog or cat, enter your pet's details and confirm in minutes. 20 spaces per trip, each pet in its own kennel.
Travel day
Drop off at the airport, relax, and follow the journey with photos at every comfort break until arrival.
Transparent Shared Transport Prices
Published live on our site — unlike most pet couriers, you never have to request a quote to know the cost.
| Pet type | Price (EUR) | Spaces per trip |
|---|---|---|
| Large dog (over 25kg) | €450 | 2 |
| Small/medium dog (up to 25kg) | €400 | 6 |
| Cat (all sizes) | €350 | 12 |
Prices shown are departures from Madrid. London to Madrid prices are calculated automatically in euros.
Documents Your Pet Needs (UK ↔ Spain, post-Brexit rules)
UK is no longer in the EU pet passport scheme, so UK-to-Spain travel needs an AHC. We walk you through it.
- Microchip (ISO 11784/11785) registered before vaccination
- Valid rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel
- Animal Health Certificate (AHC) for UK-to-Spain travel, issued within 10 days
- EU pet passport for Spain-to-UK travel
- Tapeworm (Echinococcus) treatment by a vet 24-120 hours before entering the UK
- Book early: only 20 pet spaces per monthly departure
Road vs Air: What Pet Transport Really Costs
| Transport option | Typical cost | Stress for your pet | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared pet bus (AMC) | From €295 | Low — comfort breaks, no cargo hold | AHC or EU pet passport |
| Private road courier | €800-2,000+ | Low but you pay for the whole vehicle | AHC or EU pet passport |
| Air cargo | €400-1,200 + vet fees | Higher — hold travel, long check-in | AHC, crate rules, airline approval |
| Flying with pet in cabin | Rare on UK routes | UK rules ban cabin entry for most pets | Not applicable on UK routes |
Pet Transport UK–Spain: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to transport a pet from the UK to Spain?
Our shared pet bus starts from €295 per pet for cats and small/medium dogs, and €450 for large dogs. Because pets share the vehicle instead of booking a private courier, prices are 40-60% lower than private pet transport between London and Madrid. There are no hidden fees: see our live price list on the booking page.
How does shared pet transport work?
Your pet travels on a fixed monthly departure date alongside other pets, each in their own individual kennel. Our bus runs from London Heathrow to Madrid Airport on the 3rd of every month, and Madrid to London on the 7th. You get photos and updates at every comfort break.
What documents does my pet need to travel between the UK and Spain?
Travelling UK to Spain: an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued within 10 days of travel, a microchip and a valid rabies vaccination. Travelling Spain to UK: an EU pet passport (or AHC), plus a vet-administered tapeworm treatment 24-120 hours before arrival. We help you check everything before departure.
When and where are pick-up and drop-off?
Departures are airport-to-airport: London Heathrow and Madrid Airport. The UK-to-Spain bus departs on the 3rd of each month and the Spain-to-UK bus on the 7th, so you can plan around a fixed monthly schedule instead of waiting for a quote-based courier availability.
Is road transport better for my pet than flying?
For most dogs and cats, yes. Road transport avoids airline cargo holds, long check-in separations and flight anxiety. Our pets travel in climate-controlled vehicles with regular comfort breaks every 4-5 hours, and owners receive photo updates during the journey.
Why is a shared pet bus cheaper than a private pet courier?
A private courier charges you for the whole vehicle. On our shared service, the cost of the driver, fuel and DEFRA-licensed vehicle is split across up to 20 pet spaces (2 large dogs, 6 small/medium dogs and 12 cats), so each owner pays only their share.