The cheapest buses from Madrid to Nantes
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nantes will cost around $ 62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 62.
Timetable Madrid to Nantes
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The fastest buses from Madrid to Nantes
Fastest Journey
15 h 45 m
Average
15 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
776 km
Of the 1 buses that leave Madrid for Nantes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 776 km distance in an average of 15 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 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.
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Bus Information to Nantes from Madrid
 | Distance | 481 miles (775 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 16 h |
 | Average bus ticket price | $74 (€59) |
 | Bus frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day |
 | Bus companies | Flixbus, Eurolines France, Eurolines Switzerland or Alsa |
Buses from Madrid to Nantes cover the 481 miles (775 km) long trip taking on average 16 h with our travel partners like Flixbus, Eurolines France, Eurolines Switzerland or Alsa. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $74 (€59), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $43 (€35). Travelers depart most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and arrive in Nantes, Haluchère-Batignolles.
Bus companies
Bus from Madrid to Nantes with FlixBus and Alsa
Find the best buses from Madrid to Nantes with Omio's travel partners FlixBus and Alsa from $43 (€35). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
FlixBus has the following ticket policies due to COVID-19, which you should be aware of when booking and traveling by bus from Madrid to Nantes:
- Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
- All bookings can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure (a fee may apply).
- Cancellations made 30 days before departure are free of charge.
- Canceled tickets are refunded as a voucher, which is valid for 12 months, and is the value of the original booking (minus a cancellation fee, if applicable).
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Travel Tips
Travel by bus between Madrid, Spain and Nantes, France is: Partially open.
Is international entry into Nantes from Madrid restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Spain
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Madrid?
Entry Requirements:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 1 days before arrival
- Entry is allowed only for fully vaccinated travellers
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Exempted International Movement Certificate for travel required
What are the safety rules to follow in Nantes, France?
The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 9/26/21. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus from Madrid to Nantes closer to your date of departure here
The restriction level for your return bus to Madrid, Spain from Nantes is: Partially open.
Is my return bus into Madrid from Nantes restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Spain from Nantes?
Conditions of reentry:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Specific entry restrictions may apply for travel to Spain: Canary Islands
- Health screen upon arrival
- Travellers issued with the EU Digital COVID Certificate are exempt from quarantine and COVID-19 testing
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Pre-arrival Health Control Form (FCS) required
What are the safety rules to follow in Madrid, Spain?
The government of Spain has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
Last checked on 9/26/21. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus to Madrid from Nantes closer to your date of departure here here.
When departing from Madrid, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación de Moncloa and Madrid, Méndez Álvaro - Terminal. When arriving in Nantes, you can end your journey in bus stations like Nantes, Haluchère-Batignolles, Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud and Nantes, La Haluchère.
Omio customers book a bus from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha to Nantes, Haluchère-Batignolles most frequently for this route.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, which is located around 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city center, and they get off the bus at Nantes, Haluchère-Batignolles, located 2 mile (s) / 4 km away from the city center.
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