4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Tours
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Tours will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nantes for Tours 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 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
5101121:002h50Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes23:50Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:102h45Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes10:55Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson£121One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:102h45Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes10:55Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson£121One-way0 changes
- 5101121:002h50Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes23:50Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nantes to Tours
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 170 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Tours bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Tours coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51011 | 21:00 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 2h50 | 23:50 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 8:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 2h45 | 10:55 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Nantes to Tours.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Nantes to Tours.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nantes to Tours.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Tours
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Buses from Nantes to Tours run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Nantes to ToursYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Tours with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nantes to Tours coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Tours 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 Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Tours
Most Nantes to Tours buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Tours bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do buses to Tours leave from?
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:
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.
Getting to Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud from Nantes city centre
Getting to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 from Tours city centre
Most popular bus connections from Nantes
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