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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Madrid
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
17 h 20 m
Average duration
21 h 38 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
976 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Madrid will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £65.
Of the 8 buses that leave Nice for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 976 km distance in an average of 21 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 5 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 976 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£83 Average Price Cheapest | £202 Average Price | £126 Average Price |
19h 22m Average total duration 18h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Madrid coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 28h50 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
| 5866 · 4821 | 06:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h40 | 23:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| 50486 · 3161 | 08:40 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 23h35 | 08:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:40 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 23h00 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 37h00 | 05:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h20 | 09:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 37h35 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Madrid
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Buses from Nice to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 976 km distance in 17h 20m.
Distance 976 km |
Average bus duration 18h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 20m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur from Nice to MadridYou can travel by bus between Nice to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur for as low as £46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Nice, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2). When arriving in Madrid, you can end your route in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1), which is located around 4.4 miles (7.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Madrid
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal, follow the signs to the taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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