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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
$71
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
20 h 10 m
Average duration
21 h 10 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Nantes will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Lisbon to Nantes without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $49.
Distance: 700 miles (1127 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$102 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $387 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 56m Average total duration 21h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Nantes:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Nantes costing on average $151 (€124).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 26m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:29AM | Duration 20h29 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:29AM | Duration 20h29 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon 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 |
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3172 · 51092 | 5:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 23h30 | 5:30 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 25h00 | 7:05 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 22h55 | 8:30 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
4822 · 53024 | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 30h20 | 5:20 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 30h20 | 5:20 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 30h20 | 5:20 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 21h35 | 9:00 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 25h20 | 7:50 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 24h45 | 7:50 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 22h50 | 7:50 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 20h30 | 5:50 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
3162 · 51027 | 9:45 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 24h15 | 11:00 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 20h45 | 9:25 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 20h10 | 9:25 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 23h35 | 2:45 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 23h55 | 4:15 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Nantes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€46) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 700 miles (1127 km) distance in 20h 29m.
Distance 700 miles (1127 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€46) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 20h 29m |
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 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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