Nantes to Challans bus with SNCF | Autocar

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Nantes to Challans

Showing times and prices for Dec 22

Cheapest price

$2

Average price

$7

Fastest journey

10 m

Average duration

18 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Nantes to Challans will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave Nantes for Challans on Mon, Dec 22, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .

On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 30 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
07:30AM0h10
Nantes
07:40AMChallans
$21One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
03:00PM0h10
Nantes
03:10PMChallans
$21One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
12:50PM0h30
Nantes
01:20PMChallans
$41One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
04:20PM0h20
Nantes
04:40PMChallans
$41One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
07:30AM0h20
Nantes
07:50AMChallans
$51One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Nantes to Challans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Challans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. 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 train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €10.

Distance: 29 miles (48 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€12

Average price

€12

Average price

Cheapest

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 28m

Average total duration

58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
SNCF | Autocar

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SNCF TER

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Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Nantes to Challans Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:20AM
Arrival Time
06:10AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
06:30AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
0h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$2
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:40AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
10:20AM
Arrival Time
11:27AM
Duration
1h07
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
01:22PM
Duration
1h07
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:40PM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:50PM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
0h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$2
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
0h10
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$2
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
05:20PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:20PM
Arrival Time
04:40PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
06:45PM
Arrival Time
07:58PM
Duration
1h13
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
08:15PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
10:15PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
SNCF | Autocar
Departure Time
10:20PM
Arrival Time
11:28PM
Duration
1h08
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
11:10PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$2

Live departures

Nantes to Challans bus times

The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Challans buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:13 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sncf-autocar9721311:15 AM Nantes station
1h05
12:20 PM Gare de Challans0 transfersDirect
sncf-autocar972157:15 PM Nantes station
1h05
8:20 PM Gare de Challans0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nantes to Challans

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Buses from Nantes to Challans run on average 7 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 55m.

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 $12 (€10)
Distance
29 miles (48 km)
Average bus duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
55m
First bus
06:10
Last bus
22:20
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 $12 (€10)

Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus from Nantes to ChallansYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Challans with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales, SNCF Bus for as low as $12 (€10). 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
55m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
SNCF | Autocar frequency
4 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

Aléop Lignes Express régionales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Aléop Lignes Express régionales frequency
3 a day

SNCF Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
SNCF Bus frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Nantes to Challans

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Challans 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 Challans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Nantes to Challans can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Nantes to Challans is $13 (€11); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Nantes to Challans bus time is 1 h 5 min   covering the 30 mile (48 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Nantes to Challans leaves at 9: 20AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Nantes to Challans leaves at 9: 20PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Nantes to Challans without having to change trains with Aléop Lignes Express régionales or SNCF Bus. There are 7 direct buses from Nantes to Challans each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Nantes to Challans bus with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Aléop Lignes Express régionales or SNCF Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the trip to Challans from Nantes as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Challans from Nantes is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Nantes to Challans by bus is January.
You have options as you can travel between Nantes and Challans 2 different ways: bus or train.
No, the bus from Nantes to Challans has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Nantes to Challans.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Nantes to Challans.

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

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