The cheapest and fastest coaches from Le Mans to Nantes
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Le Mans to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Nantes will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 10 buses that leave Le Mans for Nantes every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
8808721:452h10Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£111One-way0 changes
8808520:552h30Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:402h15Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:552h15Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:10Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:002h25Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet7:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£121One-way0 changes
8808721:452h10Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£111One-way0 changes
9808318:152h15Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet20:30Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:002h15Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet16:15Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:402h15Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:552h15Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet23:10Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Le Mans to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 158 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Le Mans to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Nantes coaches for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:00 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h25 | 7:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
87081 | 12:30 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h25 | 14:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 16:15 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:10 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 3h10 | 21:20 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 change | |
98083 | 18:15 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 20:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:55 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 23:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
88085 | 20:55 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h30 | 23:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
88087 | 21:45 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h10 | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 19 July | |||||
FlixBus | 2:05 Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h20 | 4:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Le Mans to Nantes.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Le Mans to Nantes
Buses from Le Mans to Nantes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Le Mans to NantesYou can travel by bus between Le Mans to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Le Mans to Nantes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Le Mans 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Le Mans and Nantes
Most Le Mans to Nantes buses use the Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet to Nantes, Route de Paris station pair, with some services arriving at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. Use this guide to compare Le Mans and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do buses from Le Mans arrive at?
Getting to Nantes, Route de Paris from Nantes city centre
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Route de Paris bus station facilities and services
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud from Nantes city centre
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