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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, while a flight costs an average of £327.
Distance: 583 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £327 Average Price | £161 Average Price | £179 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Nantes:
A coach is £97 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Nantes costing on average £161.
A coach is £264 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Nantes costing on average £327.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 57m.
Coach takes on average 11h 51m.
Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £179 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £116. The journey takes 11h 21m versus 7h 58m 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.
How to get to Nantes from Montpellier by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Montpellier to Nantes is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Nantes:
A coach is £97 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Nantes costing on average £161.
A coach is £264 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Nantes costing on average £327.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 57m.
Coach takes on average 11h 51m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Nantes as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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