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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Nantes to Caen
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Caen will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nantes for Caen on Mon, Nov 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 7 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Caen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. 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 €9, and a flight costs an average of €200.
Distance: 236 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €575 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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.
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Nantes to Caen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Caen buses for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 7:35 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 4h45 | 12:20 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 88082 · 50651 | 9:30 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 10h35 | 8:05 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Caen
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Buses from Nantes to Caen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 17:40. The fastest bus covers the 236 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 236 km |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 17:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar from Nantes to CaenYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Caen with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nantes to Caen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Caen 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 Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Nantes, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Nantes, Route de Paris, Gare SNCF Sud and Nantes, Gare routière Baco (Eurolines Agence de Nantes). When arriving in Caen, you can end your trip in coach stations like Caen, Pl. De la Gare, Caen, Gare routière and Caen, Place Courtonne.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nantes, Route de Paris, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Caen, Pl. De la Gare, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nantes to Caen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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