The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Nantes
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
15 h 42 m
Buses per day
8
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 £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Madrid to Nantes you need to make at least one change.
3160 · 5076722:3015h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:05Nantes£821One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:2516h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:45Nantes£941One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:5015h55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)12:45Nantes£941One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:5015h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:50Nantes£1111One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus23:5917h36Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)17:35Nantes£1151One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:5015h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:50Nantes£1111One-way1 change
3160 · 5076722:3015h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:05Nantes£821One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus22:5515h50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)14:45Nantes£1171One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:5015h55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)12:45Nantes£941One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus22:3516h10Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:45Nantes£1161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. 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 £24, and a train costs an average of £191.
Distance: 776 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price | £193 Average Price |
12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nantes coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h20 | 12:45 Nantes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h55 | 12:45 Nantes | 1 change | |
3160 · 50767 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h35 | 14:05 Nantes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h10 | 14:45 Nantes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h50 | 14:45 Nantes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h00 | 17:35 Nantes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h36 | 17:35 Nantes | 1 change | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h00 | 5:50 Nantes | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Nantes
Buses from Madrid to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 776 km distance in 13h 44m.
Distance 776 km |
Average bus duration 12h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 44m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, Infobus from Madrid to NantesYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, Infobus for as low as £24. 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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