- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy
Major fine-arts museum on Place Stanislas, known for European paintings, Daum glass, and its elegant historic setting.
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
1 d
Average duration
1 d 21 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Nancy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nancy will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 7 buses that leave Madrid for Nancy on Sat, Jun 06, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 1207 km distance in an average of 1 d 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 1 d 45 m 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nancy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $302.
Distance: 749 miles (1207 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price Cheapest | $218 Average price | $368 Average price | $310 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 38m Average total duration 22h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 12m Average total duration 23h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Nancy:
A bus is $122 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Nancy costing on average $218 (€176).
A bus is $272 (€220) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Nancy costing on average $368 (€298).
Other travel options to Nancy take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 8m.
Train takes on average 23h 42m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 30h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $272 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 46h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 24h36 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nancy buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
54152 | 8:35 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h15 | 6:50 AM Nancy, Rue de l'Île de Corse / Quai Sainte-Catherine (Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4004 · 6469 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h45 | 4:15 PM Nancy, Rue de l'Île de Corse / Quai Sainte-Catherine (Centre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h50 | 9:30 PM Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse | 2 transfers | |
3162 · 50469 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h00 | 6:35 PM Nancy, Rue de l'Île de Corse / Quai Sainte-Catherine (Centre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 25h45 | 10:10 PM Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 25h20 | 10:10 PM Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse | 1 transfer | |
3160 · 50383 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h30 | 11:00 PM Nancy, Rue de l'Île de Corse / Quai Sainte-Catherine (Centre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 25h00 | 12:35 AM Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 24h36 | 12:35 AM Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Nancy run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 749 miles (1207 km) distance in 22h 15m.
Distance 749 miles (1207 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 22h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Nancy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nancy trip today.
Major fine-arts museum on Place Stanislas, known for European paintings, Daum glass, and its elegant historic setting.
Key Art Nouveau museum in a former collector's house, showcasing furniture, glass, and decorative arts from the Nancy school.
Landmark Art Nouveau house designed for Louis Majorelle, notable for architecture, interiors, and decorative detail.
Nancy's old town with medieval streets, heritage buildings, and a strong local atmosphere ideal for walking.
Large central park beside the historic core, popular for strolls, lawns, and relaxed city-center breaks.
Smaller UNESCO-listed square with elegant symmetry and a quieter feel than Place Stanislas.
The iconic savory tart from Lorraine, made with a rich custard and lardons in pastry. It is one of the region's best-known traditional dishes.
A classic Lorraine specialty of puff pastry filled with a creamy ragout, often with veal, poultry, and mushrooms. Popular in traditional brasseries.
A regional pastry filled with marinated pork and veal, baked in a golden crust. It is a beloved rustic specialty across Lorraine.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant offering elegant contemporary French cuisine in a calm, upscale setting near Parc de la Pépinière.
Well-regarded central Nancy restaurant known for polished seasonal French cooking, creative plates, and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie in Nancy, famed for its grand dining room and classic Lorraine dishes such as seafood platters, choucroute, and regional specialties.
Moderate by French standards: cafés and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small change in cafés is optional.
Official public transport app
Parking Ile de Corse, Nancy -> Gare de Nancy
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