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Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
Museum of Basque society and Bayonne history, with strong collections on daily life, culture and regional traditions in a restored historic house.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£42
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£66
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
7 h
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
7 h 8 m
Buses on 14 Oct
2
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Bayonne will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 2 buses from Nantes to Bayonne, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 415 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
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FlixBusBuses from Nantes to Bayonne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 415 km distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 415 km |
Average bus duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 59m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Bayonne coaches for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:05 Nantes | 7h15 | 0:20 Bayonne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:25 Nantes | 7h55 | 6:20 Bayonne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:55 Nantes | 8h30 | 7:25 Bayonne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:25 Nantes | 7h55 | 7:20 Bayonne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
FlixBus | 9:15 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h15 | 16:30 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum of Basque society and Bayonne history, with strong collections on daily life, culture and regional traditions in a restored historic house.
Fine arts museum in the former town hall, showing paintings, drawings and temporary exhibitions in elegant rooms near the old centre.
Contemporary art centre inside a distinctive industrial building. Known for changing exhibitions and a strong focus on modern visual creation.
Lively historic quarter along the Nive, lined with colourful houses, arcades and river views. Excellent for wandering and people-watching.
Elegant main square framed by historic buildings and cafés nearby. A practical starting point for exploring the city centre on foot.
Pleasant riverside promenade with broad views, benches and regular local life. A relaxing route to appreciate Bayonne’s waterside setting.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, prized for its gentle salt cure and long maturation. It is one of the Basque area’s signature foods.
Basque-style chicken stew with peppers, onions and Espelette chilli. A homely regional classic found across the French Basque Country.
Slow-cooked veal or beef stew with peppers, tomatoes and Bayonne ham. It is a traditional Sunday dish in Basque homes and inns.
Refined dining room focused on modern Basque cuisine with careful presentation and a calm, polished atmosphere.
Traditional Basque restaurant known for regional cooking, generous portions and a warm old-town atmosphere.
Popular market-side brasserie serving Basque classics, seafood and seasonal plates in a lively, informal setting.
Moderate for France: dining is fair, local buses are affordable, but summer stays near the coast can be pricier than similar inland towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard -> Place des Basques, Bayonne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Bayonne 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 Bayonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Bayonne buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard station pair, with some services arriving at Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Bayonne 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.
Bayonne, Gare routière is 1 km from Bayonne city centre. Public transport options include:
Bayonne, Gare routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bayonne, Gare routière. ATMs are available at Bayonne, Gare routière.
Ticket office support is available at Bayonne, Gare routière.
Available at Bayonne, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayonne, Gare routière: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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