- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
Cheapest price
$223
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 18 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
1257 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Rome will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $223.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Rome without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, and a train costs an average of $483.
Distance: 781 miles (1257 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price | $513 Average price | $573 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 38m Average total duration 26h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 45m Average total duration 22h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.3 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Rome:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Rome costing on average $190 (€156).
A bus is $360 (€295) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Rome costing on average $513 (€422).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 15m.
Bus takes on average 26h 8m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $260 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $187 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 32h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 30h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $276 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 30h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $271 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 36h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $167 |
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Rome buses for today, Friday, July 10. 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 | 8:10 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 29h10 | 1:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 28h05 | 12:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
88082 · 4787 | 10:15 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 34h00 | 8:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
88094 · 4787 | 11:55 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 32h20 | 8:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 27h20 | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 29h05 | 5:50 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
50816 · 4787 | 1:40 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 30h35 | 8:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
87086 · 4787 | 5:00 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 27h15 | 8:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 26h50 | 11:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 32h40 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes | 36h20 | 12:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Nantes to Rome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 26h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $69 (€57) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 781 miles (1257 km) distance in 26h 50m.
Distance 781 miles (1257 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 26h 50m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and major paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is essential due to limited capacity.
The city's historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, known for classical sculpture, ancient Roman art, and excellent views over the Forum.
A lively Baroque square with monumental fountains, elegant facades, and one of the most recognizable urban spaces in Rome.
A famous stairway and gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinita dei Monti, especially popular for photos and central city strolls.
A beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and lively Roman atmosphere, ideal for wandering day or night.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano, black pepper, and pasta water. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is famously made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, pecorino Romano, and chili. Though linked to Amatrice, it is deeply rooted in Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury fine-dining restaurant, famous for panoramic views, elegant service, and sophisticated Italian cuisine.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon serving refined Roman classics with strong local identity. Well known for seasonal specialties and pasta.
A celebrated central Rome dining room known for Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list. Lively, polished, and very popular.
Moderate for Western Europe. Sights and central hotels cost more, but food, coffee, and transit can be good value.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants for good service, not obligatory. Round up taxis.
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Rome, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola, Rome -> Rome Termini
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Most Nantes to Rome buses use the Nantes, Route de Paris to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Nantes and Rome 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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