- Must visit
Musée du Château Observatoire Abbadia
House museum and interpretation center inside Abbadia Castle, with richly decorated rooms and exhibits on science, travel, and Antoine d'Abbadie.
Cheapest price on Sep 07
$27
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$40
Fastest journey on Sep 07
7 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
8 h 45 m
Buses on Sep 07
6
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Hendaye is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Hendaye will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 6 buses from Nantes to Hendaye, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct buses cover the 428 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 Hendaye among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $81 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 bus costs an average of $81, while a flight costs an average of $712.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$81 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price | $712 Average price | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Hendaye:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Hendaye costing on average $183 (€148).
A bus is $630 (€510) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Hendaye costing on average $712 (€575).
Other travel options to Hendaye take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 46m.
Train takes on average 8h 5m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $170 (€138) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $89 (€72). The journey takes 7h 46m versus 5h 38m 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 07:40AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 01:09AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Hendaye buses for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 8h15 | 8:10 AM Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:45 AM Nantes | 9h00 | 4:45 PM Hendaye | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Nantes | 9h00 | 5:45 PM Hendaye | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Nantes | 7h45 | 3:55 AM Hendaye | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Nantes | 10h15 | 7:15 AM Hendaye | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nantes to Hendaye run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 265 miles (428 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Hendaye — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hendaye trip today.
House museum and interpretation center inside Abbadia Castle, with richly decorated rooms and exhibits on science, travel, and Antoine d'Abbadie.
Nearby maritime museum in San Sebastián featuring detailed ship models and Basque naval history, easy to reach from Hendaye by Euskotren.
Modern art museum in nearby Irun dedicated to local painter Menchu Gal, valued for Basque art and rotating exhibitions.
Broad sandy beach stretching along the bay, ideal for swimming, surfing, and long scenic walks with mountain views.
Protected coastal path around Abbadia, famous for cliffs, heather landscapes, and dramatic views over the Atlantic and the Basque coast.
Long dune-backed walking stretch at the southern end of the beach, favored by locals for quieter sea views and surf watching.
Basque-style hake or cod with peppers, tomatoes, onions, and Espelette pepper. A classic coastal dish linking Hendaye to the wider Basque Country.
Traditional Basque fish soup made with local catch, aromatics, and often served with rouille. It reflects Hendaye’s strong fishing and seaside food culture.
Small Bayonne ham tapas, often served simply with bread or pickled peppers. This prized cured ham is one of the best-known specialties of the French Basque region.
Well-known beachside restaurant by Plage d’Hendaye, appreciated for seafood, Basque dishes, and panoramic ocean views in a polished setting.
Established traditional address serving Basque and French cuisine with a refined but relaxed atmosphere near the seafront.
Popular casual restaurant known for regional specialties, seafood, and generous plates in a friendly local atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than big cities, while local transit is limited and regional trains add to day-trip costs.
Service is included in France. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Hendaye 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 Hendaye, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Hendaye buses use the Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes to Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Hendaye 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.
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