The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Nantes
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Nantes will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 13 buses that leave Paris for Nantes every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 342 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.
FlixBus9:507h55Paris, Porte Maillot17:45Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£491One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:455h25Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)23:10Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£661One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:555h30Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)4:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£681One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:356h35Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)0:10Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£711One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:205h40Paris, Porte Maillot22:00Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£711One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:104h55Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)19:05Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£1061One-way0 changes
5081115:205h05Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)20:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£811One-way0 changes
8808718:455h10Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)23:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£811One-way0 changes
5092723:555h15Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)5:10Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£811One-way0 changes
5081713:155h20Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)18:35Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£811One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 342 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £194 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Nantes coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:50 Paris, Porte Maillot | 7h55 | 17:45 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
50817 | 13:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h20 | 18:35 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h55 | 19:05 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
98083 | 14:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h05 | 20:30 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
50811 | 15:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h05 | 20:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 21:20 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h40 | 22:00 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
88085 | 17:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 23:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h35 | 0:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h25 | 23:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
88087 | 18:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h10 | 23:55 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 4:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
50927 | 23:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h15 | 5:10 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Nantes
Buses from Paris to Nantes run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 342 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 3h 29m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Paris to NantesYou can travel by bus between Paris to Nantes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Nantes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Nantes 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 Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Nantes
Most Paris to Nantes buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Nantes, Route de Paris station pair, with some services arriving at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. Use this guide to compare Paris and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Paris station do buses to Nantes leave from?
Getting to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) from Paris city centre
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) bus station facilities and services
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Paris, Porte Maillot from Paris city centre
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot bus station facilities and services
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Paris, Pont de Levallois from Paris city centre
Which Nantes station do buses from Paris arrive at?
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 Nord from Nantes city centre
Most popular bus connections from Paris
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