What is the distance between Madrid and Nantes?

Madrid and Nantes are 482 miles (777 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Nantes?

If you're headed to Nantes from Madrid, chances are that your bus will depart from Estación Sur and arrive at 2 route de Paris. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nantes?

Once in Nantes, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Graslin Theater, Memorial to the abolition of slavery, Les enseignes, Machines de l’Ile and Estuaire Nantes <> Saint-Nazaire.

Bus Madrid to Nantes from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Madrid to Nantes on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45pm	Madrid (South)	16h 5m	7:50am	4 Route de Paris	Cheapest
Bus	11:00pm	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	15h	2:00pm	Nantes	Fastest
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	15h 30m	2:00pm	Nantes	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	15h 55m	12:45pm	4 Route de Paris	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Madrid (South)	16h 20m	12:45pm	4 Route de Paris	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Nantes on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	15h 30m	2:00pm	Nantes	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	Madrid (South)	15h	5:50am	4 Route de Paris	Fastest
Bus	8:50pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	15h 55m	12:45pm	4 Route de Paris	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	16h 40m	3:10pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Madrid (South)	16h 20m	12:45pm	4 Route de Paris	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Nantes on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	15h	2:00pm	Nantes	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	15h 30m	2:00pm	Nantes	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	16h 40m	3:10pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	16h 10m	3:10pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Nantes on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	15h 30m	2:00pm	Nantes	Cheapest
Bus	11:00pm	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	15h	2:00pm	Nantes	Fastest
Bus	10:30pm	Estación Sur	16h 40m	3:10pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	16h 10m	3:10pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Nantes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nantes. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

10hAverage Duration

481 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $254	Average Duration16h 5m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$88 - $88	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Nantes?

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Stops in Nantes

A
2 route de Paris
2 route de Paris , 44000 Nantes, France
B
Nantes Airport
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C
Hotel Mercure
51 Quai de Malakoff, 44000 Nantes, France
D
10 Allée de la Maison Rouge
10 Allée de la Maison Rouge, 44000 Nantes, France
E
15 Rue de Briord
15 Rue de Briord, 44000 Nantes, France

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Nantes by bus

What is the distance between Madrid and Nantes?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Nantes?
What are the best sights and things to do in Nantes?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$51

11/26

$84

Today

$43

11/28

$51

11/29

$67

11/30

$62

12/01

$84

12/02

$64

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Nantes was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $43

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Nantes, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $170 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Nantes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-28.