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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lille to Nantes
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 17
8 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
9 h 13 m
Buses on Sep 17
8
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Nantes will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 8 buses from Lille to Nantes, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 508 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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.
50449 · 870814:05 AM10h50Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€261One-way1 transfer- 50917 · 5081111:30 AM8h55Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)8:25 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€301One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:05 PM8h20Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€361One-way0 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus6:40 AM9h35Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)4:15 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€431One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:00 PM9h10Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€431One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus11:05 PM8h20Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€361One-way0 transfers
- 50917 · 5081111:30 AM8h55Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)8:25 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€301One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:00 PM9h10Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€431One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:40 AM9h35Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)4:15 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€431One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus10:15 AM10h05Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)8:20 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes€511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lille to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 508 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €160 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Nantes:
A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Nantes costing on average €84.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 11m.
Live departures
Lille to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Nantes buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 8h20 | 7:25 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| 50449 · 87081 | 4:05 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h50 | 2:55 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 9h35 | 4:15 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 11h30 | 7:05 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:15 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h05 | 8:20 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50917 · 50811 | 11:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 8h55 | 8:25 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 9h10 | 11:10 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h15 | 4:25 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lille to Nantes
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Buses from Lille to Nantes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 508 km distance in 7h 54m.
Distance 508 km |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 54m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lille to NantesYou can travel by bus between Lille to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lille to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lille to Nantes
Most Lille to Nantes buses use the Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) to Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Nantes, Route de Paris. Use this guide to compare Lille and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Lille station do buses to Nantes leave from?
Getting to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) from Lille city centre
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) bus station facilities and services
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking) from Lille city centre
Getting to Lille, Gare Europe from Lille city centre
Lille, Gare Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Gare Europe bus station facilities and services
Lille, Gare Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Express (in the station), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Gare Europe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille, Gare Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Gare Europe: Elevators, ramps.
Which Nantes station do buses from Lille arrive at?
Getting to Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes from Nantes city centre
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes bus station facilities and services
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. ATMs are aTM available near the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Accessible for wheelchair users.
Getting to Nantes, Route de Paris from Nantes city centre
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Route de Paris bus station facilities and services
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) from Nantes city centre
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) is 1 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) bus station facilities and services
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF). ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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