
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
7 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 33 m
Buses on 18 Sept
9
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Toulouse will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 9 buses from Nantes to Toulouse, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 465 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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.
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51028Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £142.
Distance: 465 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price | £88 Average Price | £132 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Toulouse:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Toulouse costing on average £88.
A coach is £115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Toulouse costing on average £142.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 12m.
Coach takes on average 7h 22m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £132 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £105. The journey takes 7h 22m versus 5h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Toulouse coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h15 | 7:10 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
50023 | 0:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 8h00 | 8:05 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 0:05 Nantes | 8h00 | 8:05 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h25 | 15:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h35 | 17:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 8h05 | 20:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
50766 · 3127 | 14:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 9h35 | 23:40 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h35 | 23:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
51028 | 18:50 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 7h55 | 2:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Nantes to Toulouse run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 465 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 465 km |
Average bus duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Art museum inside Hôtel d'Assézat, showing paintings, bronzes and decorative arts in an elegant Renaissance setting near the river.
Museum of Toulouse history in a former convent. Its Romanesque cloister, medieval sculpture and gardens make it one of the city's most atmospheric visits.
Main central square framed by brick facades and arcades. It is the city's social hub for architecture, events and easy access to nearby streets.
Long canal-side promenade lined with plane trees. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a calmer side of Toulouse close to the centre.
Broad landscaped garden with lawns, statues and formal paths beside the museum district. A pleasant break for strolling and people-watching.
Slow-cooked white bean casserole with Toulouse sausage, duck confit and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish from south-west France.
Coarse fresh pork sausage, traditionally seasoned simply and central to Toulouse cooking, especially in cassoulet and grilled bistro dishes.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, a hallmark of south-west French cuisine often served with potatoes or cassoulet.
Historic brasserie famed for cassoulet and classic south-west dishes in a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Traditional Toulouse address known for hearty cassoulet, duck dishes and a warm old-school bistro atmosphere.
Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) -> Capitole, Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Toulouse buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Toulouse 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, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) is 1 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Several small eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF). ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF).
Available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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