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Interactive museum inside the submarine base exploring ocean liners, port life and Saint-Nazaire's transatlantic story.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
Showing times and prices for 06 Aug
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
22 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Fast coaches
Of the 8 buses that leave Nantes for Saint-Nazaire every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 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 30 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.
19:300h20Nantes19:50Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes- 15:100h20Nantes15:30Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes
- 19:100h10Nantes19:20Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes
- 13:100h40Nantes13:50Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes
- 8:001h00Nantes9:00Saint-Nazaire£41One-way0 changes
- 19:100h10Nantes19:20Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes
- 19:300h20Nantes19:50Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes
- 15:100h20Nantes15:30Saint-Nazaire£31One-way0 changes
- 16:000h30Nantes16:30Saint-Nazaire£41One-way0 changes
- 15:100h30Nantes15:40Saint-Nazaire£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 49 km
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1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Nantes to Saint-Nazaire bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Saint-Nazaire coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 16:10 Nantes | 0h30 | 16:40 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:30 Nantes | 0h20 | 19:50 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 8:00 Nantes | 1h00 | 9:00 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
FranceFrance
Buses from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire run on average 5 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:46, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 49 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
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 10:46 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Nantes to Saint-NazaireYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Saint-Nazaire with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£3
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
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
Complete guide to Saint-Nazaire
Things to do in Saint-Nazaire
Discover the best of Saint-Nazaire — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint-Nazaire trip today.
- Recommended
Sous-marin Espadon
Submarine museum centred on the Espadon, a real French Navy vessel that visitors can board in the harbour area.
- Recommended
Écomusée de Saint-Nazaire
Museum about the Battle of the Atlantic, using the former submarine base to explain wartime strategy and local history.
- Must visit
Front de mer
Long seafront promenade with beaches, cafés nearby and broad Atlantic views, ideal for walking and cycling.
- Recommended
Sentier des Douaniers
Clifftop coastal path west of the centre, valued for sea views, historic batteries and fresh-air walks.
- Recommended
Plage de Monsieur Hulot
Popular beach area with a broad sandy bay, promenade access and classic views of the Atlantic coast.
Galette complète
Galettes made with Breton buckwheat flour, traditionally filled with ham, egg and cheese. A regional staple eaten across Loire-Atlantique and nearby Brittany.
- Vegetarian
Crêpes bretonnes
Thin Breton crêpes served with butter, sugar, salted caramel or jam. They are a classic local sweet linked to everyday family cooking in western France.
- Gluten-free
Sandre au beurre blanc
Loire estuary fish slowly cooked with white butter sauce of butter, shallots and vinegar. It is strongly associated with nearby Nantes and the lower Loire coast.
Crêperie Le Tournesol
Casual crêperie for savoury galettes and sweet crêpes, ideal for trying Breton specialities in an informal setting.
Le Skipper
Stylish restaurant focused on refined French cooking with seafood options, offering a more polished atmosphere for dinner.
La Plage
Established seafood restaurant near the seafront, known for shellfish platters, fish dishes and a relaxed maritime atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually a little cheaper than in Paris, while local transport and everyday coffee remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Ycéo
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
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To the city centre
Gare SNCF, Saint-Nazaire -> Centre-ville, Saint-Nazaire
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Hélyce buses link Gare SNCF with central Saint-Nazaire very frequently, with service every 5 minutes on the shared city-centre section from 2026.
- Check current fares on the official Ycéo or STRAN site before travel. I could not verify a current official single ticket or day pass price from the sources retrieved.
FAQs: Nantes to Saint-Nazaire coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nantes to Saint-Nazaire is £4; 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 Saint-Nazaire is 55m to travel the 49 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 Saint-Nazaire leaves at 10:46. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire leaves at 22:20.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire, you can count on BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Saint-Nazaire. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nantes and Saint-Nazaire and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Nantes , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Nantes, Route de Paris, Bouguenais, Aéroport Nantes Atlantique (Gare Routiere), Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes, Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) . When arriving in Saint-Nazaire , you can end your route in coach stations like Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nantes, Route de Paris, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nantes and Saint-Nazaire including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 Saint-Nazaire.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Saint-Nazaire
Most Nantes to Saint-Nazaire buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Saint-Nazaire bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Nantes
Arrival bus stations in Saint-Nazaire
Which Nantes station do buses to Saint-Nazaire leave from?
Buses from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire leave from Nantes, Route de Paris. The station is 4 km from Nantes city centre at Route de Paris, Nantes, France.
Nantes, Route de ParisRoute de Paris, Nantes, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Nantes, Route de Paris from Nantes city centre
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus77, 85 · 13m · £3 · every ~6 min
360 · 18m · £3
87 · 24m · £2 · every ~4 min
C1 · 42m · £3 · every ~11 min
Tram1 · 44m · £5 · every ~27 min
Nantes, Route de Paris bus station facilities and services
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 NantesNantes, 44000 Nantes, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes from Nantes city centre
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Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes 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 and drink
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. ATMs are aTM available near the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Accessible for wheelchair users.
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF)Rue de Lourmel, 44000 Nantes, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) from Nantes city centre
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) is 1 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
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Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) bus station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Several small eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF). ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Saint-Nazaire station do buses from Nantes arrive at?
Buses from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire arrive at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF. Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF is 1 km from Saint-Nazaire city centre.
Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCFSaint Nazaire Station, 44600 Saint-Nazaire, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF from Saint-Nazaire city centre
Bus4, 5 · 3m · every ~8 min
4, H1, 7, 6, H2 · 8m · every ~29 min
Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF bus station facilities and services
Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF. ATMs are available at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF: The station is accessible to disabled passengers.
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