- Must visit
Musée d'histoire de Nantes
Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Caen to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Nantes will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 3 buses from Caen to Nantes, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest buses will take 10 h 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.
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Buses from Caen to Nantes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 3h 55m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Caen to Nantes.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Nantes buses for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50284 · 98083 | 10:30 AM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 10h00 | 8:30 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 4h00 | 5:45 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 4h30 | 8:20 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Caen to Nantes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Infobus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
Important fine arts museum with old masters, modern works and a striking contemporary extension. One of western France’s best.
Fascinating memorial museum beneath the quay recounting the transatlantic slave trade and abolition with powerful documentation.
Creative riverside site with giant mechanical creatures, terraces and industrial heritage. One of Nantes’s most memorable walking areas.
Large central garden with botanical collections, greenhouses, sculptures and shaded paths. Ideal for a calm break near the station.
Historic pedestrian quarter of half-timbered houses, small lanes and lively squares. Best area for wandering old Nantes on foot.
Butter cake from Nantes flavored with dark rum and almond. A 19th-century local classic linked to the port's trade history.
Crisp butter biscuits from Nantes, created in the late 19th century. A famous local snack often eaten with coffee or tea.
Muscadet white wine from vineyards near Nantes. Dry, light, and famously paired with Atlantic seafood and local shellfish.
Established fine dining restaurant serving seasonal French cuisine with a modern touch in an intimate, elegant room.
Michelin-starred restaurant by Éric Guérin, offering refined creative cuisine in a polished, destination-style dining experience.
Well-known Nantes crêperie specializing in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes in a relaxed, central setting.
Moderate for France: trams are affordable, casual meals are fair, but hotels and central dining can cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Caen to Nantes buses use the Caen, Gare Routière to Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Nantes, Route de Paris. Use this guide to compare Caen and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Caen, Gare Routière is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Caen, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Caen, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Caen, Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Caen, Gare Routière.
Available at Caen, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caen, Gare Routière: Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
Caen, Pl. de la Gare is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Caen, Pl. de la Gare has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caen, Pl. de la Gare: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. ATMs are aTM available near the station.
Ticket office support is available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
Available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes: Accessible for wheelchair users.
Nantes, Route de Paris is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Route de Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Route de Paris.
Available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Route de Paris: Elevators, ramps.
Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud.
Available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Gare SNCF Sud: The station has accessible facilities.
Check bus stations information for Caen and Nantes, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.