Madrid to Nice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

606.1 miles 975.5 km · straight line
774.5 miles actual route 1246.4 km · driving distance
13h 26min estimated drive time
€122 - €150 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Madrid from Nice?

The distance from Madrid to Nice is 606.1 miles (975.5 km) as the crow flies. Nice is located ENE of Madrid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 774.5 miles, taking about 13h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Madrid is in Spain, while Nice is in France.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Madrid and Nice. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Madrid to Nice

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 26min €122 - €150 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 7min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~17h 28min $93–$271* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madrid & Nice

Quick Facts

Madrid
40.42°N, 3.70°W
Europe/Madrid
667m elevation
Nice
43.71°N, 7.26°E
Europe/Paris
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 202 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM