The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Madrid
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
17 h 20 m
Average duration
19 h 48 m
Buses per day
14
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 £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Of the 14 buses that leave Nice for Madrid every day 5 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 19 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 45 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.
Normal · Normal20:0020h50Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur16:50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£581One-way1 change
Normal20:0020h45Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur16:45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£671One-way0 changes
50590 · 318614:3019h25Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)9:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1001One-way1 change
FlixBus17:1017h20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)10:30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1241One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:3027h55Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1331One-way2 changes
FlixBus17:1017h20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)10:30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1241One-way0 changes
50590 · 318614:3019h25Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)9:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1001One-way1 change
Normal20:0020h45Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur16:45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£671One-way0 changes
434920:0020h45Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)16:45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1471One-way0 changes
20:0020h45Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2)16:45Madrid£1541One-way0 changes
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 £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 27m. 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 £42, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 976 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price | £124 Average Price |
16h 32m Average total duration 16h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m 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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Live departures
Nice to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Madrid coaches for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 18:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 20h45 | 14:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 18:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 20h50 | 14:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 32h35 | 5:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 27h55 | 5:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 29h15 | 12:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
50486 · 3161 | 7:40 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 24h05 | 7:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 23h00 | 8:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 21h10 | 6:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
50590 · 3186 | 12:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 19h25 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 37h00 | 4:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h20 | 8:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International or Lignes d'Azur to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Madrid.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International or Lignes d'Azur to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Madrid.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Madrid
Buses from Nice to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 16h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £38 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 976 km distance in 17h 20m.
Distance 976 km |
Average bus duration 16h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 20m |
First bus 0:14 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur from Nice to MadridYou can travel by bus between Nice to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur for as low as £38. 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.

- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Madrid
- 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
- 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
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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