Bus from Nice to Madrid: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nice to Madrid on 6 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSA INTERNACIONALBus
    Nice Aeroport
    Estación SurCheapestFastest
    ALSA INTERNACIONALBus
      Nice Aeroport
      Avenida de AméricaNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:40 AM CET.

      Compare 2 ways to travel from Nice to Madrid

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      12h 10mAverage duration
      976 kmDistance
      41kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 888 - R 4 455Average duration19h 35m
      24kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average priceR 1 165 - R 1 165Average duration12h 10m
      41kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nice to Madrid by bus

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Nice to Madrid?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Nice to Madrid start at R 888. The average price for this route is around R 1 683. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Nice to Madrid?

        The average bus journey time from Nice to Madrid is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 970 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Nice to Madrid route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Union Ivkoni.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nice to Madrid?

        The earliest bus departs from Nice to Madrid at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nice to Madrid?

        A bus trip from Nice to Madrid produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. 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 61223 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nice to Madrid?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

      9. 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.

      Best price found
      01/02
      R 1 676
      02/02
      R 2 708
      Today
      R 1 253
      04/02
      No data
      05/02
      R 1 055
      06/02
      R 2 455
      07/02
      R 1 896
      08/02
      R 2 195
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nice to Madrid was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 055

      To 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 R 1 055 to R 2 803 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 R 1 055, which is on 2026-02-05.

      Usually ALSA 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.

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