- Must visit
Musée d'arts de Nantes
Major fine arts museum with collections from Old Masters to contemporary art in a restored palace and modern extension.
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 53 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Limoges to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Limoges to Nantes will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Limoges to Nantes without transferring at least once.
53926 · 97081
FlixBus · FlixBus
53925 · 5500
50049 · 51027
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Limoges to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $488 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Limoges to Nantes:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Limoges to Nantes costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $428 (€350) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Limoges to Nantes costing on average $488 (€400).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 2m.
Bus takes on average 7h 44m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€50) compared to roughly $82 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 7h 44m versus 3h 54m 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.
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 02:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Limoges to Nantes buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
53926 · 97081 | 11:45 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 15h05 | 2:50 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 11h10 | 1:40 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 11h45 | 4:15 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
53925 · 5500 | 4:55 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 14h45 | 7:40 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 15h45 | 9:00 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 13h25 | 10:10 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 12h10 | 11:55 PM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
3141 · 50024 | 2:25 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 14h55 | 5:20 AM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 12h10 | 4:25 AM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 12h10 | 5:50 AM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
50049 · 51027 | 6:30 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 16h30 | 11:00 AM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 12h25 | 7:25 AM Nantes | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Limoges to Nantes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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 fine arts museum with collections from Old Masters to contemporary art in a restored palace and modern extension.
Powerful interpretive memorial museum-space along the Loire documenting Nantes' role in the slave trade and abolition history.
Well-regarded natural history museum known for zoology, fossils, and family-friendly displays in a historic building.
Creative riverside district blending industrial heritage, contemporary architecture, public art, and major cultural attractions.
Historic quarter with medieval street patterns, lively squares, and many of the city's best-known walking routes.
Large botanical garden near the station, popular for landscaped lawns, greenhouses, sculptures, and seasonal displays.
A classic Nantes sauce of butter, shallots, and white wine or Muscadet, traditionally served with local river or Atlantic fish. It is one of the city’s signature culinary creations.
Pike-perch served with beurre blanc, a dish closely associated with Nantes and the Loire. It highlights the region’s river fish and the city’s most famous sauce.
Tender lamb’s lettuce grown around Nantes, often served simply in salads. It is a well-known local product valued for its delicate texture and fresh flavor.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the Loire, known for elegant contemporary cuisine rooted in the region. Best for a special fine-dining experience.
Well-known traditional crêperie serving Breton galettes and crêpes in a relaxed, dependable setting. A good casual option for regional comfort food.
Historic Nantes brasserie opposite the opera house, famous for seafood, regional classics, and an ornate Belle Époque interior. A landmark choice for a classic city meal.
Moderate for France. Good-value lunches and transit, while hotels and dinner in central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 is appreciated for good service; tips are modest, not expected. Round up taxis.
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