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Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£114
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£127
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
19 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
21 h 46 m
Buses on 20 Oct
11
Distance
1127 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lisbon will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £114.
To travel from Nantes to Lisbon you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Nantes to Lisbon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 21h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1127 km distance in 18h 20m.
Distance 1127 km |
Average bus duration 21h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 18h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lisbon coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 21h05 | 20:00 Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 19h05 | 18:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 22h30 | 8:45 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 27h00 | 17:45 Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 23h05 | 14:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 26h20 | 17:45 Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 23h05 | 16:10 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 24h15 | 17:20 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 24h40 | 17:45 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 24h40 | 17:45 Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 25h05 | 18:10 Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 1 change | |
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Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
National museum in the former royal coach house, displaying ceremonial carriages and transport pieces from several centuries.
Contemporary art museum in Belém with Portuguese and international works, set in a modern riverside cultural complex.
Historic central square by the river, framed by arcades and grand façades, ideal for architecture, walks, and city atmosphere.
Traditional district of steep lanes, fado heritage, viewpoints, and old houses, rewarding visitors who explore on foot.
Elegant hilltop garden viewpoint with terraces, statues, and broad views over central Lisbon and the castle skyline.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato. A beloved Lisbon comfort dish reflecting Portugal’s long tradition of preserving and cooking bacalhau.
Crisp cod fritters with shredded salt cod, egg and potato. A classic snack or starter found in tascas and family meals across Lisbon.
Rich bread-and-seafood stew with prawns, fish and shellfish, usually finished with coriander. A festive coastal dish popular in Lisbon restaurants.
Contemporary Portuguese fine dining with tasting menus and polished service. A smart choice for a special meal in central Lisbon.
Historic Belém bakery famed for traditional pastéis de nata. Fast-paced, classic setting and one of Lisbon’s essential sweet stops.
Refined restaurant focused on classic Portuguese cooking, including cod and game. Elegant but approachable dining near Chiado.
Moderate for Western Europe: lodging and dining are cheaper than Paris or London, while tourist areas cost more. Public transport is good value.
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Most Nantes to Lisbon buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Lisbon 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, Gare SNCF Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud.
Available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud: The station has accessible facilities.
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and small restaurants around the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado. ATMs are aTM located inside the main bus terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado.
Available at Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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