The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Nantes
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
13
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 €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 13 buses that leave Paris for Nantes on Tue, Dec 30, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 the direct buses cover the 342 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Tue, Dec 30 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 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 €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 €12, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 342 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price | €258 Average price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m 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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Live departures
Paris to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Nantes buses for today, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50813 · 90661 | 6:20 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h00 | 1:20 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 12:35 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
87081 | 8:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 2:10 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
52198 · 87081 | 8:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 2:10 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h15 | 2:00 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
51403 | 10:15 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h00 | 3:15 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h55 | 3:40 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h00 | 6:20 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
50811 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h10 | 8:25 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h45 | 9:45 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
88085 | 4:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h40 | 10:10 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
88197 | 5:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 6h10 | 11:10 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 6h25 | 5:00 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
50927 | 10:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h15 | 4:10 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h15 | 4:40 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h00 | 6:20 AM 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 13 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 342 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 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 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
- 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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