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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Caen to Nantes
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Caen to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Nantes will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 9 buses that leave Caen for Nantes every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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, coach and flight for Caen to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Caen to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £206.
Distance: 236 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £546 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 47m Average total duration 10h 47m 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.
Live departures
Caen to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Nantes coaches for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 48050+ 857315 | On time 08:24 Gare de Caen | 5h14 | 13:38 Nantes station | 1 change | |
 50284 · 8083 | 09:30 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 9h45 | 19:15 Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:50 Caen, Gare Routière | 4h25 | 19:15 Nantes, Route de Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
| 48032+858391 | On time 15:15 Gare de Caen | 4h37 | 19:52 Nantes station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Caen to Nantes
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Buses from Caen to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 236 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 236 km |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar from Caen to NantesYou can travel by bus between Caen to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, 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: Caen to Nantes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Nantes by coach. 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 coach, 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 Caen, Pl. De la Gare, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 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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Important Stations and Airports in Caen and Nantes
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
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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