The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Nantes
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Nantes will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 11 buses that leave Paris for Nantes on Mon, Mar 30, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct buses cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 59 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.
8819705:00PM5h35Paris, Porte Maillot10:35PMNantes, Route de Paris€111One-way0 transfers
8808505:30PM5h55Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)11:25PMNantes, Route de Paris€111One-way0 transfers
8708108:45AM6h10Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)02:55PMNantes, Route de Paris€191One-way0 transfers
Normal07:00PM3h59Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)10:59PMNantes, Route de Paris€221One-way0 transfers
Normal07:00PM3h59Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)10:59PMNantes, Route de Paris€221One-way0 transfers
403507:00PM3h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)10:29PMNantes, Route de Paris€321One-way0 transfers
11:10AM3h40Paris02:50PMNantes€241One-way0 transfers
08:30AM3h40Paris12:10PMNantes€251One-way0 transfers
06:40AM3h50Paris10:30AMNantes€281One-way0 transfers
Normal07:00PM3h59Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)10:59PMNantes, Route de Paris€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 342 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price | €183 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Nantes buses for today, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50811 | 2:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h20 | 7:35 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
88197 | 3:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h35 | 8:35 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
88085 | 3:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 9:25 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h59 | 8:59 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h59 | 8:59 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
87081 | 6:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h10 | 12:55 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Nantes
Buses from Paris to Nantes run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 342 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 29m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus from Paris to NantesYou can travel by bus between Paris to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Paris to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Nantes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: 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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