The cheapest and fastest buses from Bordeaux to Nantes
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Nantes will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 16 buses that leave Bordeaux for Nantes on Thu, May 14, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 275 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.
FlixBus4:50 PM4h10Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate9:00 PMNantes€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:50 PM4h20Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate10:10 PMNantes€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:20 PM4h45Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate7:05 PMNantes€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:55 PM4h35Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate8:30 PMNantes€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:35 PM4h00Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:35 PMNantes€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:35 PM4h00Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:35 PMNantes€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:45 AM4h00Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)2:45 PMNantes€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 AM4h05Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate6:55 AMNantes€421One-way0 transfers
5076710:00 AM4h05Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes2:05 PMNantes€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:40 AM4h10Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:50 AMNantes€721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €138.
Distance: 275 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €245 Average price |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Nantes buses for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 15h10 | 1:40 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 14h40 | 1:40 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
50024 | 11:50 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 5h30 | 5:20 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
Normal | 1:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h29 | 5:29 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h29 | 5:29 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h10 | 5:50 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h05 | 6:55 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h15 | 12:45 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
50767 | 10:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h05 | 2:05 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h15 | 2:45 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 4h00 | 2:45 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
5616 | 11:20 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 5h50 | 5:10 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h00 | 5:35 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h45 | 7:05 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h35 | 8:30 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
50026 | 4:15 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h20 | 8:35 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h10 | 9:00 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h20 | 10:10 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Nantes
Buses from Bordeaux to Nantes run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 275 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 275 km |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus, Internorte from Bordeaux to NantesYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus, Internorte for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bordeaux to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Nantes 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 Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bordeaux to Nantes
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
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