The cheapest and fastest buses from Brest to Nantes
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brest to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brest to Nantes will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 8 buses that leave Brest for Nantes on Sun, Dec 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Brest to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brest to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €101.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €415 Average price |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 43m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brest to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brest to Nantes buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Brest, Gare routière | 4h05 | 2:55 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Brest, Gare routière | 4h40 | 7:35 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Brest, Gare routière | 4h25 | 2:05 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brest to Nantes
Buses from Brest to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 18:25. The fastest bus covers the 255 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 05:20 |
Last bus 18:25 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Brest to NantesYou can travel by bus between Brest to Nantes with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brest to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brest 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brest, Gare routière, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nantes, Route de Paris, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brest to Nantes
- 05:30-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Boulangerie du Voyageur (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 3, 5, 9 Train: Brest Station
- 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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