The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Nantes
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
776 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nantes will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Nantes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 776 km distance in an average of 16 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach and flight for Madrid to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 776 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£76 Average Price Cheapest | £184 Average Price |
14h 49m Average total duration 14h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nantes coaches for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h00 | 04:50 Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h20 | 11:45 Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h55 | 11:45 Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h50 | 16:40 Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 change | |
3160 · 50767 | 21:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h30 | 13:00 Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Nantes
Buses from Madrid to Nantes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 776 km distance in 15h 5m.
Distance 776 km |
Average bus duration 14h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa from Madrid to NantesYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Nantes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Nantes by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nantes, Route de Paris, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Nantes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
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