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Musée d'arts de Nantes
Major fine arts museum with collections from Old Masters to contemporary works in a restored palace and modern extension.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 5 buses that leave Saint-Jean-de-Monts for Nantes on Sun, Jun 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$19 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 27m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 12:08PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes buses for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 PM Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 0h20 | 10:20 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 7 | |||||
![]() | 10:00 AM Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 0h40 | 10:40 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 0h40 | 1:10 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 0h40 | 5:40 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 0h20 | 6:30 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Saint-Jean-de-Monts | 0h30 | 7:30 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Nantes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with collections from Old Masters to contemporary works in a restored palace and modern extension.
Museum dedicated to Nantes-born writer Jules Verne, with manuscripts, editions, models and exhibits on his imagination and voyages.
Natural history museum known for zoology, geology and regional science collections, popular with families and curious visitors.
Former industrial island turned creative district, known for contemporary architecture, riverside walks and Machines de l'Île nearby.
Historic quarter with medieval street patterns, lively squares and many half-timbered buildings; ideal for wandering on foot.
Large botanical garden by the station with themed plantings, greenhouses, ponds and whimsical installations.
A classic sauce from the Nantes area made with butter, shallots, and white wine or vinegar, traditionally served with local river or Atlantic fish.
Pike-perch, a freshwater fish from the Loire region, commonly served with beurre blanc; it is one of the most emblematic traditional dishes around Nantes.
The famous dry white wine produced near Nantes, especially valued with seafood, shellfish, and regional fish dishes.
Well-known fine dining restaurant on the Loire with refined contemporary cuisine and a strong local reputation for elegant tasting menus.
Popular crêperie serving Breton-style galettes and sweet crêpes in a casual setting, a good choice for western French comfort food.
Established traditional restaurant in central Nantes known for hearty French classics, regional specialties, and a warm bistro atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards: groceries and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafés is enough; 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated, not required.
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