- 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.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Le Mans to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Nantes will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 9 buses that leave Le Mans for Nantes on Thu, Jul 16, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
88087
98083
88085
FlixBus
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98083
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Nantes:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Nantes costing on average $26 (€22).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $61 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52 (€43). The journey takes 2h 18m versus 2h 9m 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.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Nantes buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 3h10 | 9:20 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
98083 | 6:15 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 8:30 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 11:10 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
88085 | 8:55 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h30 | 11:25 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
88087 | 9:45 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h10 | 11:55 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h20 | 4:25 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h25 | 7:25 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
87081 | 12:30 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h25 | 2:55 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 2h15 | 4:15 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Le Mans to Nantes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.
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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