The cheapest and fastest buses from Le Mans to Nantes
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Le Mans to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Nantes will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 4 buses that leave Le Mans for Nantes on Thu, Dec 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 158 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Le Mans to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Nantes buses for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
87081 | 11:55 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 2:10 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h30 | 9:45 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
![]() | 3:05 AM Le Mans | 2h20 | 5:25 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Le Mans to Nantes
Buses from Le Mans to Nantes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 158 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Le Mans to NantesYou can travel by bus between Le Mans to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Le Mans to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Le Mans 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 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet, which is located around 3.7 miles (5.9 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 Le Mans to Nantes
- 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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