The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Nice
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
17 h 25 m
Average duration
22 h 26 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
976 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nice will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for Nice on Mon, Dec 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 976 km distance in an average of 22 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 1 d 10 h 15 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 train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Nice
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 976 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€94 Average price Cheapest | €193 Average price | €168 Average price |
19h 0m Average total duration 18h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Madrid to Nice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nice buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 17h25 | 11:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 28h25 | 12:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 2 transfers | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h45 | 6:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h15 | 6:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:14 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 19h31 | 6:45 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Nice
Buses from Madrid to Nice run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €43 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 976 km distance in 17h 25m.
Distance 976 km |
Average bus duration 18h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 25m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Madrid to NiceYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Nice with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Nice by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Madrid, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4. When arriving in Nice, you can end your route in coach stations like Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2).
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 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1), located 4.4 miles (7.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Nice
- 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
- 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
- Available outside the terminal, follow the signs to the taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
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