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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$69
Fastest journey on Sep 21
12 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
14 h 2 m
Buses on Sep 21
9
Distance
598 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Geneva will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 9 buses from Nantes to Geneva, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct buses cover the 598 km distance in an average of 14 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest buses will take 15 h 40 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.
87086 · 5709
72404
88082 · 57201
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, while a flight costs an average of $540.
Distance: 371 miles (598 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $540 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $311 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 42m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Geneva:
A train is $29 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nantes to Geneva costing on average $103 (€84).
A train is $466 (€381) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Geneva costing on average $540 (€442).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Bus takes on average 13h 12m.
Tickets start at around $103 (€84) compared to roughly $311 (€255) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $208 (€170). The journey takes 13h 12m versus 7h 40m 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, 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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $71 |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Geneva buses for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 20h25 | 9:05 AM Genève, Aéroport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h50 | 5:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h40 | 6:10 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
87086 · 5709 | 5:00 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h35 | 6:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h50 | 12:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 14h50 | 11:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
72404 | 11:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 12h40 | 12:15 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 18h20 | 6:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h40 | 11:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
88082 · 57201 | 10:15 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h25 | 11:40 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 18h45 | 5:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Nantes to Geneva run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 371 miles (598 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 371 miles (598 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Nantes to Geneva buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Geneve, Place Dorcière station pair, with some services arriving at Genève, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, 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.
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.
Geneve, Place Dorcière 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), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
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