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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Nice Aeroport | Estación Sur | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Estación Sur | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nice Aeroport | Estación Sur | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Nice to Madrid
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$81 - $451 | Average Duration20h 25m | 24kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$100 - $167 | Average Duration14h 30m | 41kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Nice and Madrid?
Stops in Nice
- B
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur
14 Avenue des Diables Bleus, 06300 Nice, France - C
Avenue Félix Faure
6 Avenue Félix Faure, 06000 Nice, France - D
Gare Routière de Nice - Paillon
Av. Lindbergh, 06200 Nice, France - E
Gare de Nice-Lindbergh
175 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France - F
Nice (Gare internationale)
177 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France
Stops in Madrid
- AMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - FMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nice to Madrid by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Nice to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nice to Madrid start from $81. The average price for this route is around $190. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nice to Madrid?
The average bus travel time from Nice to Madrid is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 967 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Nice to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nice to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Nice to Madrid at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nice to Madrid?
A bus trip from Nice to Madrid generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nice to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60942 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nice to Madrid?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Nice to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nice to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nice to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $113To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nice to Madrid, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $113 to $436 for a bus ticket from Nice to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-31.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
