- Must visit
Musée National Adrien Dubouché
France’s leading porcelain museum, presenting Limoges porcelain, ceramics history, and decorative arts in a major national collection.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Limoges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Limoges will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Limoges without transferring at least once.
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4031 · 50049
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50023 · 50050Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Limoges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $545 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Limoges:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Limoges costing on average $74 (€61).
A bus is $482 (€394) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Limoges costing on average $545 (€446).
Other travel options to Limoges take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
Tickets start at around $63 (€52) compared to roughly $82 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 7h 55m versus 3h 53m 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.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Limoges buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50025 · 53926 | 9:45 AM Nantes | 13h55 | 11:40 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Nantes | 15h00 | 1:10 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Nantes | 13h45 | 2:25 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Nantes | 11h40 | 4:10 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Nantes | 13h20 | 8:35 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Nantes | 11h45 | 11:40 AM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
50023 · 50050 | 12:05 AM Nantes | 13h40 | 1:45 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:30 AM Nantes, Gare Nord | 12h45 | 6:15 PM Limoges | 1 transfer | |
4031 · 50049 | 5:30 AM Nantes | 12h45 | 6:15 PM Limoges, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Nantes to Limoges run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Limoges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Limoges trip today.
France’s leading porcelain museum, presenting Limoges porcelain, ceramics history, and decorative arts in a major national collection.
Fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, known for enamel collections, Egyptian objects, and regional paintings.
Museum dedicated to the French Resistance and Second World War history in the Limousin region, with strong local context.
Limoges’ best-known historic quarter with half-timbered houses, narrow lanes, and strong medieval character.
Formal gardens beside the cathedral, offering river views, seasonal flower displays, and one of the city’s prettiest walks.
Central square and major meeting point, useful for exploring shops, city-center streets, and public events.
A classic Limousin dessert of fruit, traditionally black cherries, baked in a thick flan-like batter. It is one of the region’s best-known specialties.
A traditional Limousin potato dumpling, often stuffed with pork and herbs, then simmered. It is a rustic countryside dish closely associated with the region.
Blood sausage with chestnuts, a regional preparation that reflects Limousin’s rural cooking and autumn produce.
A well-known fine dining restaurant in Limoges, recognized for refined French cuisine, elegant presentation, and a polished atmosphere.
A reputable restaurant near the historic center, known for careful seasonal cooking and a calm, intimate atmosphere.
An established brasserie-style address in Limoges, appreciated for classic French dishes, seafood options, and a lively traditional setting.
Moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares.
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Limoges Gare routière, Limoges -> Limoges Benedictins Station, Limoges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Limoges 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 Limoges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Limoges buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Limoges, Gare routière station pair, with some services arriving at Limoges. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Limoges 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.
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