How to get to Nantes from Düsseldorf

Sun 18 Oct
+ Add return
Travel by train, coach, flight with
FlixBus
Vueling
Eurostar
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lufthansa Cityline
1,000+ more
FlixBus
Vueling
Eurostar
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lufthansa Cityline
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £72, while a flight costs an average of £445.

Distance: 750 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Flight
Train
Driving

£75

Average Price

£445

Average Price

£72

Average Price

Cheapest

£179

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

15h 0m

Average total duration

14h 30m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 48m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 12m

Average total duration

6h 42m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

9h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Air France

Most popular airline

Eurostar

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is a train with an average price of £72.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Nantes:

A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average £75.

A train is £373 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average £445.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Coach takes on average 15h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Nantes including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £75 compared to roughly £179 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £105. The journey takes 14h 30m versus 9h 36m 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.

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.

Travel options
from Düsseldorf to Nantes

How to get to Nantes from Düsseldorf by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449 · 87081
    21:4517h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    14:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    £521One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449 · 87081
    21:4517h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    14:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    £521One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • KLMKL1804 · KL1425
    18:153h55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:10Nantes Atlantique Airport
    £1931One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Eurostar9450+SNCF | TGV INOUI8827
    12:0411h50
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    23:54Nantes station
    £1951One-way
    1 change
  • Eurostar9438+SNCF | TGV INOUI8827
    10:0813h46
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    23:54Nantes station
    £1951One-way
    1 change
  • Eurostar9450+SNCF | TGV INOUI8825
    12:0410h50
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    22:54Nantes station
    £2031One-way
    1 change
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:3918h46
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    7:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    £641One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    16:2015h05
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:25Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    £661One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:5516h00
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    23:55Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    £721One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY1897 · VY2972
    9:4512h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:35Nantes Atlantique Airport
    £1761One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH79 · LH1054
    6:105h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:55Nantes Atlantique Airport
    £2031One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1419
    6:254h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:15Nantes Atlantique Airport
    £2081One-way
    1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sun
18 Oct
Mon
19 Oct
Tue
20 Oct
Wed
21 Oct
Thu
22 Oct
Fri
23 Oct
Sat
24 Oct

Best day trips from Nantes by train

The most popular day trips by train from Nantes are Rennes, Angers, Le Mans, La Roche-sur-Yon and Vannes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Nantes on Omio.

A view of Rennes

Day trip from Nantes to Rennes by train

Why visit Rennes for the day?

Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.

A view of Angers

Day trip from Nantes to Angers by train

Why visit Angers for the day?

Angers is known for its medieval castle and the Apocalypse Tapestry, yet feels youthful and easy-going. Its old centre, riverside setting and ties to Anjou wine give the city a distinctly Loire character.

A view of Le Mans

Day trip from Nantes to Le Mans by train

Why visit Le Mans for the day?

Le Mans is best known for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, but its character is shaped just as much by the old Cité Plantagenêt. Roman walls and timbered streets give this western French city a distinctly historic feel.

A view of La Roche-sur-Yon

Day trip from Nantes to La Roche-sur-Yon by train

Why visit La Roche-sur-Yon for the day?

La Roche-sur-Yon is a Napoleonic planned town in the Vendée, known for its orderly streets and Place Napoléon. It has a practical, relaxed feel, with civic architecture, museums and an easy-going town centre.

A view of Vannes

Day trip from Nantes to Vannes by train

Why visit Vannes for the day?

Vannes is a historic Breton city on the Gulf of Morbihan, known for medieval walls, timber-framed houses and a lively marina. Its compact centre mixes old stone streets with markets and easy access to the coast.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Nantes

Travel to Nantes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Nantes.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Nantes including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is a train with an average price of £72.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Nantes:

A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average £75.

A train is £373 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average £445.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Coach takes on average 15h 0m.

The Düsseldorf to Nantes distance is approximately 750 km.
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Nantes is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 7 coaches per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Nantes as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by coach.
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with Vueling, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM to go to Nantes by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, London, Palma. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nantes and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Düsseldorf to Nantes, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Nantes, you can explore Les Machines de l'Île, an artistic project with mechanical animals inspired by Jules Verne. Visit the Musée d'Arts de Nantes to see a range of European artworks. Discover the vibrant Bouffay district for its lively atmosphere and dining options. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Erdre River or reflect at the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery. Don't miss the Château des Ducs de Bretagne to learn about local history, admire the Gothic architecture of Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, relax in the Jardin des Plantes, shop in the elegant Passage Pommeraye, or find peace on Île de Versailles.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Nantes is ideal, allowing time to explore its historic sites, cultural attractions, and vibrant urban life.

Travelling from Düsseldorf to Nantes: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to FranceTravel to NantesHow to get to Nantes from Düsseldorf

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone