The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
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 £2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Nantes for Saint-Nazaire every day 5 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 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 36m. 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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Saint-Nazaire bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Saint-Nazaire coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:50 Nantes | 0h40 | 07:30 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Nantes | 0h20 | 13:00 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:20 Nantes | 0h10 | 14:30 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:20 Nantes | 0h20 | 16:40 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Nantes | 0h20 | 18:20 Saint-Nazaire | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire
Buses from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire run on average 5 times per day, taking around 50m. 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 13:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 55m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 13:10 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar from Nantes to Saint-NazaireYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Saint-Nazaire with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nantes, Route de Paris, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Nazaire, Gare SNCF, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Saint-Nazaire
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
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