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Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Cholet’s main history museum presents local life, textiles, fine arts and the Vendée wars. A strong introduction to the city and its surroundings.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Cholet
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
22 m
Buses on 17 Sept
5
Distance
53 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Cholet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Cholet will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Fast coaches
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 buses from Nantes to Cholet, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
17:200h10Nantes17:30Cholet£21One-way0 changes- 12:300h10Nantes12:40Cholet£21One-way0 changes
- 7:500h10Nantes8:00Cholet£21One-way0 changes
- 8:300h40Nantes9:10Cholet£31One-way0 changes
- 17:200h40Nantes18:00Cholet£31One-way0 changes
- 17:200h10Nantes17:30Cholet£21One-way0 changes
- 12:300h10Nantes12:40Cholet£21One-way0 changes
- 7:500h10Nantes8:00Cholet£21One-way0 changes
- 8:300h40Nantes9:10Cholet£31One-way0 changes
- 17:200h40Nantes18:00Cholet£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nantes to Cholet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Cholet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 53 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Cholet is a train with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Cholet:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Nantes to Cholet costing on average £14.
The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Cholet is by coach with an average journey time of 48m.
Other travel options to Cholet take longer:
Train takes on average 53m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nantes and Cholet including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (48m by bus vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF Bus.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Live departures
Nantes to Cholet bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Cholet coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 Nantes | 0h10 | 8:00 Cholet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Nantes | 0h40 | 9:10 Cholet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 Nantes | 0h10 | 12:40 Cholet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:20 Nantes | 0h10 | 17:30 Cholet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:20 Nantes | 0h40 | 18:00 Cholet | 0 changesdirect |
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Why should you book Nantes to Cholet coaches with Omio?
SNCF | Autocar as well as Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF Bus and more offer coaches services from Nantes to Cholet.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nantes to Cholet.
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | Autocar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | Autocar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 or SNCF Bus to find the best option for your trip from Nantes to Cholet.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Nantes to Cholet.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Cholet
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Buses from Nantes to Cholet run on average 9 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:35, the last at 20:34. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £5
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 8:35 |
Last bus 20:34 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £5
Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF Bus from Nantes to CholetYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Cholet with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF Bus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Autocar Duration
55m
Cheapest SNCF | Autocar Price
£14
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Aléop Lignes Express régionales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Aléop Lignes Express régionales Duration
52m
Aléop Lignes Express régionales frequency
2 a day
Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 Price
£3
Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79 frequency
1 a day
SNCF Bus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF Bus Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest SNCF Bus Price
£13
SNCF Bus frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Cholet
Things to do in Cholet
Discover the best of Cholet — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cholet trip today.
- Recommended
Musée du Textile et de la Mode
Museum dedicated to Cholet’s textile heritage, especially the famous red handkerchief. It explains industry, craftsmanship and local identity clearly.
Artothèque
Contemporary art venue in a former grain market. It hosts changing exhibitions and offers a modern cultural stop in the heart of the city.
- Recommended
Place Travot
The main central square, surrounded by shops and civic buildings. It is a natural starting point for walks, events and everyday city life.
- Recommended
Parc de Moine
Large urban park with lawns, water features and walking paths. Popular with locals for a relaxed stroll close to the centre.
- Recommended
Centre-ville de Cholet
Pedestrian-friendly central streets with shops and historic façades. Good for exploring the town centre and seeing daily life unfold.
- Vegetarian
Gâche vendéenne
A sweet brioche from Vendée, rich with butter and cream. It is a regional festive loaf widely enjoyed across the Cholet area.
- Vegetarian
Brioche vendéenne
A soft braided brioche flavoured with orange blossom or spirits. Traditionally shared at celebrations in the wider Mauges and Vendée region.
- Gluten-free
Mogettes à la vendéenne
White beans slowly cooked with pork, sausages and duck or goose fat. This hearty western French staple is common in traditional local cooking.
Crêperie des Arcades
Traditional crêperie in central Cholet serving savoury galettes, sweet crêpes and cider in a relaxed, friendly setting.
La Taverne de Maître Kanter
Stylish French restaurant focused on seasonal produce, refined plates and a calm contemporary atmosphere for a longer meal.
Au Bureau Cholet
Casual brasserie known for grilled meats, generous portions and straightforward French classics in an easy-going setting.
Euro (€)
Cholet is moderate for France, with fairly priced hotels, everyday dining and local transport, though restaurant and accommodation costs are higher than in smaller inland towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple lunch or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-80 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-3.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
CHOLETBUS
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.40
- Day pass
- €4.00
To the city centre
Cordeliers -> Hôtel de Ville, Cholet
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy the single ticket in the official CHOLETBUS app; the official fares page states the unit ticket is sold only in the app.
- Cordeliers is already close to the centre. For routes and next departures, use the official CHOLETBUS website or app.
FAQs: Nantes to Cholet coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Cholet 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 Cholet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Nantes to Cholet can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nantes to Cholet is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Nantes to Cholet is 55m to travel the 53 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Nantes to Cholet leaves at 8:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nantes to Cholet leaves at 20:34.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Nantes to Cholet with BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Nantes to Cholet, you can count on SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, Deux-Sèvres Mobilitie 79, SNCF Bus for the best way to get you to Cholet. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nantes and Cholet and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Cholet from Nantes is worth doing with a journey time of 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Nantes to Cholet is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nantes and Cholet including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nantes to Cholet:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nantes to Cholet for coach company SNCF | Autocar.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nantes to Cholet depends on the coach companies:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company SNCF | Autocar.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Nantes to Cholet.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nantes to Cholet:
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Nantes to Cholet:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Nantes to Cholet. The following conditions apply:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nantes to Cholet with the following coach company: SNCF | Autocar
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nantes to Cholet with the following coach company: SNCF | Autocar.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nantes to Cholet with the following coach company: SNCF | Autocar.
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