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Q: How long is the coach journey between Nantes and Lyon?

The Nantes to Lyon coach duration is on average 9 h 50 min , which is to be expected when travelling 320 miles (516 km) from Nantes to Lyon. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays.

Q: What are the first and last departure coach times from Nantes to Lyon?

The first coach from Nantes to Lyon leaves at 05: 40 and the last coach for this leaves at 18: 45 . Omio shows you the latest coach from Nantes to Lyon schedule to help you book the best departure time for this route.

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The cheapest buses from Nantes to Lyon

Showing times and prices for 19 Oct

Cheapest

£32

Average

£58

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nantes to Lyon will cost around £ 58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 32.

03:50Nantes7h10 11:00Lyon

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£321One-way

11:10Nantes7h50 19:00Lyon

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£531One-way

Cheapest

00:35Nantes, Route de Paris13h55 14:30Lyon, Gare Perrache

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£661One-way

2nd Cheapest

09:00Nantes, Route de Paris14h05 23:05Lyon, Gare Perrache

1 changes

£801One-way

Timetable Nantes to Lyon

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00:35Nantes, Route de Paris13h55 14:30Lyon, Gare Perrache

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03:50Nantes7h10 11:00Lyon

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09:00Nantes, Route de Paris14h05 23:05Lyon, Gare Perrache

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11:10Nantes7h50 19:00Lyon

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Mon
18 Oct

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£66

£50

Tue
19 Oct

£19

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£126

Wed
20 Oct

£19

£32

£39

Thu
21 Oct

£30

£24

£51

Fri
22 Oct

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£40

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Sat
23 Oct

£95

£35

£109

Sun
24 Oct

£95

£39

£93

Mon
25 Oct

£64

£31

£26

Tue
26 Oct

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£27

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Wed
27 Oct

£30

£27

£36

Thu
28 Oct

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£31

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Fri
29 Oct

£71

£50

£66

Sat
30 Oct

£71

£35

£107

Sun
31 Oct

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£44

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Tue
2 Nov

£55

£24

£53

Wed
3 Nov

£30

£24

£43

Thu
4 Nov

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£20

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Fri
5 Nov

£19

£27

£38

Sat
6 Nov

£30

£27

£49

The fastest buses from Nantes to Lyon

Showing times and prices for 19 Oct

Fastest Journey

7 h 10 m

Average

10 h 45 m

Buses per day

Distance

516 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Nantes for Lyon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 516 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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.

03:50Nantes7h10 11:00Lyon

0 changes

£321One-way

11:10Nantes7h50 19:00Lyon

0 changes

£531One-way

Fastest

00:35Nantes, Route de Paris13h55 14:30Lyon, Gare Perrache

1 changes

£661One-way

2nd Fastest

09:00Nantes, Route de Paris14h05 23:05Lyon, Gare Perrache

1 changes

£801One-way

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Coach Information to Lyon from Nantes

	Distance	320 miles (516 km)
	Average coach duration	9 h 50 min
	Average coach ticket price	£32 (€36)
	Direct coach	Yes
	Coach companies	Flixbus, BlaBlaCar or Ouibus

Coaches from Nantes to Lyon cover the 320 miles (516 km) long trip taking on average 9 h 50 min with our travel partners like Flixbus, BlaBlaCar or Ouibus. There are direct coach services available. You can get the cheapest coach tickets for this trip for as low as £22, but the average price of coach tickets is £32. Travellers depart most frequently from Gare de Nantes and arrive in Lyon, Gare Perrache.

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Nantes to Lyon with FlixBus

Travel from Nantes to Lyon from £22 with Omio’s coach partners FlixBus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

FlixBus

If you’re looking for a smooth and easy coach from Nantes to Lyon, check Omio for FlixBus coaches offering this journey. Whether you are looking for the fastest, earliest or cheapest coach to take for this 320 miles (516 km) route between Nantes and Lyon, Omio makes it easier than ever to find FlixBus coaches at affordable prices, and you can also quickly book coach tickets online. Check the current FlixBus coach timetables for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route between Nantes and Lyon as well as relevant ticket information (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard), and book your FlixBus coach on Omio. If you search for coaches between Nantes and Lyon in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the FlixBus tickets are mobile tickets, making it convenient for you to go paperless when travelling. With prices for FlixBus coaches between Nantes and Lyon starting at £22, buy your official FlixBus tickets with Omio online quickly and easily!

FlixBus has updated its ticket policies due to the coronavirus. Keep these in mind when booking your FlixBus tickets between Nantes and Lyon and when travelling by coach:

Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
All bookings can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure (a fee may apply).
Cancellations made 30 days before departure are free of charge.
Canceled tickets are refunded as a voucher, which is valid for 12 months, and is the value of the original booking (minus a cancellation fee, if applicable).
Cashless payments recommended
Online booking and check-in recommended

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Travel Tips

Buses from Nantes to Lyon

Take the bus to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nantes to Lyon.

How much do cheap coaches between Nantes and Lyon cost?

Looking to save money on your journey? Omio customers have found the cheapest coach between Nantes and Lyon for the next 7 days starting from £22 one way.

What is the average cost of a coach from Nantes to Lyon?

If you are looking to purchase your coach ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Nantes to Lyon coach to cost on average £32 one way.

What is the distance to Lyon from Nantes via coach?

When travelling this route you should expect the distance between Nantes and Lyon via coach to be approximately 320 miles (516 km).

How long is the coach journey between Nantes and Lyon?

The Nantes to Lyon coach duration is on average 9 h 50 min, which is to be expected when travelling 320 miles (516 km) from Nantes to Lyon. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays.

What station does the Nantes to Lyon coach leave from? Which Lyon coach station do I come into from Nantes?

When departing from Nantes, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Nantes, Haluchère-Batignolles, Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud and Nantes, La Haluchère. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your journey in coach stations like Lyon, Gare Perrache, Lyon, Dardilly and Lyon, Lyon Perrache.

Omio customers book a coach from Gare de Nantes to Lyon, Gare Perrache most frequently for this route.

Where is the coach station in Nantes? Where is the coach station in Lyon?

Passengers booking this journey most frequently board their coaches from Gare de Nantes and need to travel around 0 mile (s) / 0 km from the city centre to get to this coach station.

Passengers arriving in Lyon most often arrive at Lyon, Gare Perrache and need to travel around 1 mile (s) / 1 km from this coach station to the city centre.

What coach companies offer a service to Lyon from Nantes?

Take the Nantes to Lyon coach with Flixbus, BlaBlaCar or Ouibus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Lyon from Nantes as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Can I book a direct coach from Nantes to Lyon?

Yes, you can look for direct coaches from Nantes to Lyon with Flixbus or BlaBlaCar without needing to change in between. Taking a direct coach tends to save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking a ticket for this route.

What are the first and last departure coach times from Nantes to Lyon?

The first coach from Nantes to Lyon leaves at 05: 40 and the last coach for this leaves at 18: 45. Omio shows you the latest coach from Nantes to Lyon schedule to help you book the best departure time for this route.

How far in advance should I book a coach ticket to Lyon from Nantes to get the best deals?

The price of a one way coach ticket from Nantes to Lyon is on average £32 if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for coaches from all possible coach companies offering this route. In general, you can find coach tickets between Nantes and Lyon available a few months in advance.