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Musée du Berry
Museum in the Palais Jacques Cœur area presenting regional archaeology, medieval sculpture, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Bourges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Bourges will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nantes for Bourges on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Bourges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price | €98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Bourges:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Bourges costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Bourges take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
Tickets start at around €23 compared to roughly €98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €75. The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 35m 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 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Bourges buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 4h45 | 1:20 AM Bourges, Rue du Pré Doulet | 0 transfersDirect | |
51011 | 9:00 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 4h45 | 1:45 AM Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Nantes | 5h25 | 11:35 AM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nantes to Bourges run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bourges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bourges trip today.
Museum in the Palais Jacques Cœur area presenting regional archaeology, medieval sculpture, and decorative arts.
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop’s palace with paintings, furniture, and decorative collections.
Showcases exceptional French craftsmanship through objects made by award-winning master artisans.
Art Deco public garden known for sculpted hedges, fountains, and a peaceful atmosphere near the center.
Pleasant square in the old center, surrounded by heritage buildings and useful for relaxed photo stops.
Elegant cathedral-side gardens with lawns, topiary, and one of the city’s finest monument viewpoints.
Lentils from the Berry area, often served warm or in salad. They are prized for their fine skin, nutty taste, and long-standing regional farming tradition.
A soft fresh goat cheese from nearby Berry villages. It reflects the region’s strong goat farming heritage and is eaten plain, with herbs, or on bread.
A small round goat cheese from the Loire and Berry area with a wrinkled rind and creamy center. It is one of the best-known local traditional cheeses.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in central Bourges, known for refined contemporary French cuisine and polished service in a historic setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving classic French dishes with a Bourges identity, in a warm and intimate old-town atmosphere.
Popular bistro-style address near the historic center, appreciated for seasonal French cooking, friendly service, and a relaxed local feel.
Moderate for France: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than Paris, but pricier than smaller towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, rounding up by €1-2 is common but not required.
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Rue du Pré Doulet, Bourges -> Place Gordaine, Bourges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Bourges 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 Bourges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Bourges buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Bourges, Rue du Pré Doulet station pair, with some services arriving at Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Bourges bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) is 1 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF). ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF).
Available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix is 2 km from Bourges city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix. ATMs are available at Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix.
Ticket office support is available at Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix.
Available at Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourges, Rue Joseph le Brix: Basic accessibility features available.
Bourges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bourges. ATMs are available at Bourges.
Ticket office support is available at Bourges.
Available at Bourges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourges: Wheelchair accessible ramps are provided.
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