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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 5 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
712 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Barcelona will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 12 buses that leave Nantes for Barcelona every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 712 km distance in an average of 13 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 21 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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51028 · 3133
FlixBus · FlixBus
91766 · 3127
FlixBus
FlixBus
50025
FlixBus
53023
NormalOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £138.
Distance: 712 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price | £246 Average Price |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Barcelona coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h40 | 23:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 14h05 | 21:35 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
50025 | 9:45 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h00 | 22:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
50766 · 3127 | 14:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h15 | 5:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 14h10 | 5:55 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
51011 · 3159 | 21:00 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 17h35 | 14:35 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h10 | 11:40 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 12h35 | 11:05 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:00 Nantes | 17h50 | 16:50 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
53023 | 23:59 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h21 | 13:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Nantes to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 712 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 712 km |
Average bus duration 8h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Barcelona buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) is 1 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF). ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF).
Available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) is 11 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Elevators, ramps.
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