Madrid to Nantes by bus
Nantes lies 776 km (482 mi) north of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 14 h 10 min including stops, over roughly 946 km (588 mi) of road.
| Madrid | Nantes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | France |
| Population | 3.3 million | 325,070 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 44000–44978 CEDEX 9 |
What changes when you arrive in Nantes
Crossing from Spain into France: sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book buses from Madrid to Nantes
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Staying in Nantes
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Common questions
How far is Nantes from Madrid?
776 km (482 mi) in a straight line, north of Madrid; by road roughly 946 km (588 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Nantes by bus?
About 14 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Nantes?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nantes?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.