How to get from Madrid to Nice
- 976 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 02m
- 1 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Nice. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 02m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 976 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 21, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
976 km
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €27Checked Sep 21 | 2h 02mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €95Reading date not recorded | 11h 20m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €54Omio catalogue, Sep 24 | 17h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€27Checked Sep 212h 02m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€95Reading date not recorded11h 20m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€54Omio catalogue, Sep 2417h 25m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Nice: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Nice Côte d'Azurflight2h 02m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to Nice
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€28Departures from Madrid to Nice
FlixBus runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 19:05 and the last at 19:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 1 | 19:05 | 19:05 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 10 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 17h 25m€54Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Sep 24
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Renfe, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Nice works
Start with a flight from Madrid to Nice, about 2h 2m. In total it's roughly €27 over 2h 2m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Nice: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Nice?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 02m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Madrid to Nice?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 19:05 and the last at 19:05, from Madrid Barajas, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Madrid to Nice?
1 a day with FlixBus, between 19:05 and 19:05.
Which station does the bus from Madrid to Nice leave from?
Madrid Barajas with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Nice from Madrid?
About 976 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Nice cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €27 to €68. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Nice?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 02m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Nice?
About 2h 02m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Nice?
Madrid is MAD and Nice is NCE, so this route is usually written MAD to NCE.
Which operators run Madrid to Nice?
On this route you travel with Renfe, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Nice?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 21 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 21 Sep 2026