- Must visit
Musée d'arts de Nantes
Nantes’s fine arts museum, noted for works from the 13th century to today, plus contemporary displays in a modern extension.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tours to Nantes
Showing times and prices for 03 Aug
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
170 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tours to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Nantes will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Tours for Nantes every day 1 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 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.
510126:052h45Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson8:50Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus3:204h05Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson7:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£351One-way1 change
- 510126:052h45Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson8:50Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:204h05Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson7:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Tours to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Nantes 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 1h 54m. 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 £16.
Distance: 170 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m 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
Tours to Nantes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tours to Nantes coaches for tomorrow, Monday 3 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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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 4h05 | 7:25 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 change | |
| 51012 | 6:05 Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 2h45 | 8:50 Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Tours to Nantes.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tours to Nantes
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Buses from Tours to Nantes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. 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 50m.
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 170 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 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: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Tours to NantesYou can travel by bus between Tours to Nantes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£7
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
3 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 Nantes
Things to do in Nantes
Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.
- Recommended
Muséum d'histoire naturelle de Nantes
A major natural history museum with zoology, geology and science collections in a handsome 19th-century building near the city centre.
- Recommended
Musée d'histoire de Nantes
A museum inside the ducal castle tracing Nantes’s history through multimedia, objects and panoramic walks along the ramparts.
- Must visit
Île de Nantes
A riverside island known for creative redevelopment, public art and industrial heritage. It is ideal for walking between major attractions.
- Must visit
Quartier du Bouffay
A lively medieval quarter of timber-framed houses, small squares and old streets. It offers some of the most atmospheric walks in Nantes.
- Recommended
Place Royale
A formal 18th-century square with fountains and elegant façades, connecting key shopping streets and major sights in the city centre.
- Vegetarian
Gâteau nantais
A buttery cake from Nantes flavoured with dark rum and almonds. It became a local staple through the city’s historic maritime trade links.
- Vegetarian
Berlingots nantais
Small pink sugar sweets made with fruit flavouring, traditionally sold in Nantes since the 19th century and closely tied to local confectionery heritage.
- Gluten-free
Beurre blanc
A muscadet wine reduction with shallots and butter, classically served with Loire fish. It is one of the area’s signature sauces.
L'Atlantide 1874 - Maison Guého
Refined dining room serving creative French cuisine with seasonal produce and polished service in central Nantes.
Le Loup, le Renard et la Galette
Well-known modern crêperie for Breton-style galettes and crêpes, with a relaxed atmosphere and quality regional ingredients.
La Tête de Lard
Popular market-focused restaurant by Talensac, appreciated for fresh fish, shellfish and straightforward French cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport is good value for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. It is common to round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up small taxi fares; spare change in cafés is optional.
Naolib
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.80
- Day pass
- €6.50
To the city centre
Nantes Atlantique Airport -> Hôtel Dieu, Nantes
- Distance
- 7 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless bank card payment works on the airport shuttle when buying on board. Standard urban tickets are sold via the Naolib app, online and at station machines.
- The airport shuttle ticket costs more than the standard network ticket. It is valid for 1 hour on the shuttle and across the Naolib network.
FAQs: Tours to Nantes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Tours to Nantes can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tours to Nantes is £13; 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 Tours to Nantes is 2h 50m to travel the 170 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 Tours to Nantes leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tours to Nantes leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Tours to Nantes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tours to Nantes, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Nantes. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tours and Nantes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Tours , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson, Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170, Chenonceaux, Parking Château de Chenonceau . When arriving in Nantes , you can end your route in coach stations like Nantes, Route de Paris, Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes, Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF), Gare SNCF Sud, Bouguenais, Aéroport Nantes Atlantique (Gare Routiere), Nantes, Gare Nord.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nantes, Route de Paris, located 4 away from the city centre.
A trip to Nantes from Tours is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Tours to Nantes is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tours and Nantes including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tours to Nantes for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Tours to Nantes:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Tours to Nantes 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.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, 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 Tours to Nantes.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tours to Nantes:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Tours to Nantes:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Tours to Nantes. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Tours to Nantes with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Tours to Nantes with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Tours to Nantes with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tours and Nantes
Most Tours to Nantes buses use the Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 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 Tours and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Tours
Arrival bus stations in Nantes
Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170Tours Parking Peupliers,168 Rue Édouard Vaillant,37000
City-centre transport
Getting to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 from Tours city centre
Bus5, 50 · 6m · every ~10 min
Which Nantes station do buses from Tours arrive at?
Buses from Tours to Nantes most often arrive at Nantes, Route de Paris. Some services arrive at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Nantes arrival station.
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 · £4 · 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 Nantes
Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud
City-centre transport
Getting to Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud from Nantes city centre
BusC2, C3, C8 · 4m · £2 · every ~31 min
Tram1 · 8m · £2 · every ~27 min
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