Cholet to Nantes bus with SNCF | Autocar

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cholet to Nantes

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$3

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

30 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cholet to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cholet to Nantes will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Cholet for Nantes on Sun, Dec 21, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 40 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.

BlaBlaCar
11:50PM0h40
Cholet
12:30AMNantes
$31One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:20AM0h30
Cholet
09:50AMNantes
$41One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
04:00PM0h20
Cholet
04:20PMNantes
$41One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
03:40PM0h30
Cholet
04:10PMNantes
$41One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
08:00AM0h30
Cholet
08:30AMNantes
$61One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cholet to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cholet to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 32 miles (53 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€14

Average price

Cheapest

€14

Average price

1h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

48m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 23m

Average total duration

53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
SNCF | Autocar

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SNCF TER

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Cholet to Nantes Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:30AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
0h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:20AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
11:40AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
10:40AM
Arrival Time
11:40AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
01:40PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
02:40PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
03:27PM
Duration
1h07
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
02:27PM
Arrival Time
03:27PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$3
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
03:38PM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
1h17
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
03:48PM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
1h07
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
03:58PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
1h12
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
04:08PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
1h02
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
06:17PM
Duration
1h07
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
05:17PM
Arrival Time
06:17PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
06:52PM
Duration
1h07
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
05:52PM
Arrival Time
06:52PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
08:24PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
1h06
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
08:34PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
0h56
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:50PM
Arrival Time
12:30AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$3

Live departures

Cholet to Nantes bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cholet to Nantes buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 8:11 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sncf-autocar971009:30 AM Cholet
1h10
10:40 AM Nantes station0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar971009:40 AM Cholet station
1h00
10:40 AM Nantes station0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar75002
On time
1:20 PM Cholet station
1h07
2:27 PM Nantes station		0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar75002
On time
1:27 PM Cholet
1h00
2:27 PM Nantes station		0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar75004
On time
4:10 PM Cholet station
1h07
5:17 PM Nantes station		0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar75004
On time
4:17 PM Cholet
1h00
5:17 PM Nantes station		0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar971067:24 PM Cholet
1h06
8:30 PM Nantes station0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar971067:34 PM Cholet station
0h56
8:30 PM Nantes station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cholet to Nantes

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Buses from Cholet to Nantes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by train.

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:20, the last at 20:34. The fastest bus covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 56m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $14 (€11)
Distance
32 miles (53 km)
Average bus duration
48m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€11)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
56m
First bus
08:20
Last bus
20:34
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $14 (€11)

Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus from Cholet to NantesYou can travel by bus between Cholet to Nantes with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

SNCF | Autocar

About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as "Autocar" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
SNCF | Autocar frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.

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

SNCF Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
SNCF Bus frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Bus from Cholet to Nantes

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cholet to Nantes by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Cholet to Nantes can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cholet to Nantes is $16 (€13); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cholet to Nantes bus travel time is 56 min   for the 33 mile (53 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Cholet to Nantes leaves at 9: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Cholet to Nantes leaves at 7: 34PM.
Yes, there are 9 direct buses a day from Cholet to Nantes with SNCF | Autocar or SNCF Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the route from Cholet to Nantes you can take a bus with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar or SNCF Bus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services to Nantes from Cholet on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Nantes from Cholet is worth doing with a journey time of 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cholet to Nantes by bus is January.
You have options as you can travel from Cholet to Nantes 2 different ways: train or bus.
No, the bus from Cholet to Nantes has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Cholet to Nantes.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Nantes are:
  • Château des Ducs de Bretagne, a historic castle and museum showcasing the history of Nantes and Brittany
  • Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, a Gothic cathedral known for its impressive architecture and historical significance
  • Jardin des Plantes, a botanical garden offering a variety of plant species and themed gardens
  • Passage Pommeraye, a 19th-century shopping arcade with elegant architecture and unique boutiques
  • Île de Versailles, a Japanese-inspired garden island offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
The best things to do in Nantes include:
  • Les Machines de l'Île, an artistic and cultural project featuring mechanical animals and rides inspired by Jules Verne
  • Musée d'Arts de Nantes, an art museum housing a collection of European paintings, sculptures, and contemporary works
  • Explore the vibrant Bouffay district, known for its lively atmosphere, restaurants, and bars
  • Take a scenic cruise on the Erdre River, offering beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes
  • Visit the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery, a poignant site reflecting on Nantes' historical role in the slave trade.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Cholet to Nantes.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Cholet to Nantes, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Cholet to Nantes.
    No, luggage for the bus from Cholet to Nantes needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Cholet to Nantes.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Cholet to Nantes.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Cholet to Nantes.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Cholet to Nantes.

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