- Must visit
Musée des explorations du monde
Museum in the medieval castle on Le Suquet, with collections on world arts, archaeology, and a tower viewpoint over Cannes.
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
19 h
Average duration
20 h 13 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
951 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Cannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Cannes will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 13 buses that leave Madrid for Cannes on Thu, Jul 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 951 km distance in an average of 20 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 22 h 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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4822 · 51047Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Cannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $195.
Distance: 590 miles (951 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price | $195 Average price | $240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 15m Average total duration 18h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 7m Average total duration 23h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Cannes:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Cannes costing on average $86 (€71).
A bus is $114 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Cannes costing on average $195 (€160).
Other travel options to Cannes take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 45m.
Train takes on average 23h 37m.
Tickets start at around $80 (€66) compared to roughly $240 (€197) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $160 (€131). The journey takes 18h 45m versus 12h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:14PM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:14PM | Duration 19h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:14PM | Duration 19h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 19h44 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 28h46 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Cannes buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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54152 · 51047 | 8:35 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 19h55 | 4:30 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h40 | 2:35 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h05 | 6:00 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 2 transfers | |
3162 · 50487 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 25h10 | 7:45 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 24h05 | 8:55 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h05 | 6:00 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h20 | 10:55 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 24h00 | 10:55 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h14 | 7:14 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 19h44 | 7:14 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h35 | 2:10 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 26h11 | 2:10 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 2 transfers | |
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Normal · Normal | 12:14 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 19h00 | 7:14 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
4822 · 51047 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h00 | 4:30 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Cannes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 590 miles (951 km) distance in 18h 20m.
Distance 590 miles (951 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 20m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Cannes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cannes trip today.
Museum in the medieval castle on Le Suquet, with collections on world arts, archaeology, and a tower viewpoint over Cannes.
Contemporary art center on La Croisette, known for temporary exhibitions in a historic seaside building.
Small museum on Île Sainte-Marguerite covering the fort and the legend of the Man in the Iron Mask.
Cannes' signature seafront boulevard lined with beaches, luxury hotels, and festival glamour.
The old quarter of Cannes, loved for steep lanes, historic atmosphere, and panoramic viewpoints.
Scenic island getaway popular for pine forests, coves, and historic stops, reached by boat from Cannes.
A Provençal fish stew made with several Mediterranean fish, shellfish, saffron, and herbs. It is a classic Riviera specialty worth trying on the coast.
A traditional Provençal vegetable and bean soup finished with pistou, a basil-garlic olive oil sauce. It reflects the home-style cooking of the region.
A slow-cooked mix of aubergine, courgette, peppers, tomatoes, and olive oil. This iconic dish showcases the vegetables and flavors of Provence.
A well-known traditional restaurant in Le Suquet serving Provençal and Mediterranean dishes in a cozy, old-town atmosphere.
An established fine-dining restaurant at the Hôtel Martinez, known for refined French Riviera cuisine and a glamorous Cannes setting.
A famous long-running seafood institution near the port, especially known for oysters, shellfish, and classic Mediterranean fish dishes.
Prices are high, especially in peak season and near the Croisette. Budget options exist but are limited.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small tips for taxis and hotel staff are appreciated, not required.
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Gare De Cannes, Cannes -> Centre-Ville, Cannes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Cannes 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 Cannes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Cannes buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Cannes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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