- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$53
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$109
Fastest journey on Aug 30
11 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
12 h 47 m
Buses on Aug 30
10
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Grenoble will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 10 buses from Nantes to Grenoble, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 604 km distance in an average of 12 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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.
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72404 · 50227
50928 · 94765
87086 · 5133
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87086 · 5133Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $90 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, while a flight costs an average of $544.
Distance: 375 miles (604 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $544 Average price | $186 Average price | $268 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 13m Average total duration 12h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Grenoble:
A bus is $96 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Grenoble costing on average $186 (€151).
A bus is $454 (€368) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Grenoble costing on average $544 (€441).
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 45m.
Bus takes on average 12h 43m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€73) compared to roughly $268 (€217) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $178 (€144). The journey takes 12h 43m versus 7h 37m 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.
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 Bus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 17h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $123 |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Grenoble buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4031 · 5131 | 5:30 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h00 | 8:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 11h50 | 8:00 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 14h30 | 7:00 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
87086 · 5133 | 5:00 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h55 | 6:55 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
90400 · 4767 | 5:25 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 15h05 | 8:30 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 13h35 | 7:20 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 11h45 | 8:20 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
72404 · 50227 | 11:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 12h50 | 12:25 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
50928 · 94765 | 11:55 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 16h15 | 4:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Nantes to Grenoble run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 375 miles (604 km) distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 375 miles (604 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Museum in the former bishop's palace, presenting local history and archaeology beside the cathedral complex.
Archaeological museum in a remarkable church crypt complex, tracing Grenoble from Roman times through the Middle Ages.
The city's main old-town square, lined with historic buildings, lively terraces, and a fountain framed by mountain views.
Charming riverside quarter of narrow lanes, colorful houses, and bridges, popular for strolling and photos.
Popular urban viewpoint reached by the Bastille, rewarding visitors with one of Grenoble's best panoramic scenes.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream or milk and often Gruyère or Comté. It is a classic Dauphiné specialty closely tied to Grenoble's region.
Small square pasta parcels filled with Comté cheese and parsley, usually baked or gratinéed. A traditional Dauphiné comfort dish from the wider Grenoble area.
Creamy regional blue cheese made from cow's milk in nearby Vercors. It is one of the emblematic cheeses of the Grenoble area and often served with bread or potatoes.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal produce and precise modern French cooking in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Dauphiné specialties, mountain dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Well-known bistro serving polished French cuisine with regional accents, good wine, and a lively yet relaxed city-center ambiance.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) -> Grenoble city center (Place Grenette)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Grenoble buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard station pair, with some services arriving at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford). Use this guide to compare Nantes and Grenoble 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.
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard 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 Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Elevators, ramps.
Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) is 2 km from Grenoble city centre. Public transport options include:
Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford). ATMs are available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford).
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford).
Available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford): Basic accessibility features are available.
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