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Musée d'arts de Nantes
Nantes’s fine arts museum, noted for works from the 13th century to today, plus contemporary displays in a modern extension.
Buses from Carnac to Nantes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:42, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 122 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 122 km |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 6:42 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Nantes’s fine arts museum, noted for works from the 13th century to today, plus contemporary displays in a modern extension.
A major natural history museum with zoology, geology and science collections in a handsome 19th-century building near the city centre.
A museum inside the ducal castle tracing Nantes’s history through multimedia, objects and panoramic walks along the ramparts.
A riverside island known for creative redevelopment, public art and industrial heritage. It is ideal for walking between major attractions.
A lively medieval quarter of timber-framed houses, small squares and old streets. It offers some of the most atmospheric walks in Nantes.
A formal 18th-century square with fountains and elegant façades, connecting key shopping streets and major sights in the city centre.
A buttery cake from Nantes flavoured with dark rum and almonds. It became a local staple through the city’s historic maritime trade links.
Small pink sugar sweets made with fruit flavouring, traditionally sold in Nantes since the 19th century and closely tied to local confectionery heritage.
A muscadet wine reduction with shallots and butter, classically served with Loire fish. It is one of the area’s signature sauces.
Refined dining room serving creative French cuisine with seasonal produce and polished service in central Nantes.
Well-known modern crêperie for Breton-style galettes and crêpes, with a relaxed atmosphere and quality regional ingredients.
Popular market-focused restaurant by Talensac, appreciated for fresh fish, shellfish and straightforward French cooking.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. It is common to round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up small taxi fares; spare change in cafés is optional.
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Most Carnac to Nantes buses use the Carnac to Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Carnac and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Carnac has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Carnac. ATMs are available at Carnac.
Ticket office support is available at Carnac.
Available at Carnac: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnac: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. ATMs are aTM available near the station.
Ticket office support is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
Available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Accessible for wheelchair users.
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