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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Tours to Nantes
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tours to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Nantes will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 8 buses that leave Tours for Nantes on Fri, Dec 26, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
51751 · 50811
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Compare train and bus for Tours to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 170 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tours to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tours to Nantes buses for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51751 · 50811 | 4:45 PM Tours | 3h40 | 8:25 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 PM Tours | 2h50 | 7:55 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
| 1:15 AM Tours | 2h45 | 4:00 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:10 AM Tours | 3h05 | 6:15 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:05 AM Tours | 2h35 | 6:40 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 AM Tours | 3h00 | 9:00 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tours to Nantes
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Buses from Tours to Nantes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 170 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Tours to NantesYou can travel by bus between Tours to Nantes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tours to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours 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.
When departing from Tours, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170, Tours, Rue Édouard-Vaillant and Gare de Tours. When arriving in Nantes, you can end your trip in coach stations like Nantes, Route de Paris, Gare SNCF Sud and Nantes, Aéroport Atlantique.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Tours to Nantes
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
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