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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tours to Nantes

Showing times and prices for Aug 06

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$15

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 50 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tours to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tours to Nantes will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Tours for Nantes on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 2 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:25 PM2h55
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    9:20 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:20 PM2h50
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    12:10 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51012
    6:05 AM2h45
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    8:50 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Tours to Nantes

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Buses from Tours to Nantes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.

There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
105 miles (170 km)
Average bus duration
2h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$10
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
2h 50m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
63 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Tours to Nantes Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:20AM
Arrival Time
07:25AM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Mon, Sat
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
BlaBlaCar Bus
Departure Time
06:05AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
10:40AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
11:10AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:20AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:40PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:40PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:20PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:25PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:10PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:20PM
Arrival Time
12:10AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
01:30AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$25

Live departures

Tours to Nantes bus times

The table below shows live departures for Tours to Nantes buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
2h55
9:20 PM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes0 transfersDirect
Thursday, August 6
BlaBlaCar Bus510126:05 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
2h45
8:50 AM Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus offer buses services from Tours to Nantes.
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Tours to Nantes.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Tours to Nantes.
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Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Tours to NantesYou can travel by bus between Tours to Nantes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
$10
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
$10
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

Complete guide to Nantes

Things to do in Nantes

Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.

  • Must visit

Musée d'histoire de Nantes

Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.

  • Must visit

Musée d'arts de Nantes

Important fine arts museum with old masters, modern works and a striking contemporary extension. One of western France’s best.

  • Must visit

Mémorial de l'Abolition de l'Esclavage

Fascinating memorial museum beneath the quay recounting the transatlantic slave trade and abolition with powerful documentation.

Euro (€)

Moderate for France: trams are affordable, casual meals are fair, but hotels and central dining can cost more in peak season.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; small change is fine in cafes.

FAQs: Bus from Tours to Nantes

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours to Nantes 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 Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Tours to Nantes can start from as little as $10 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Tours to Nantes is $18 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Tours to Nantes is 2h 50m to travel the 105 miles (170 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Tours to Nantes leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Tours to Nantes leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from Tours to Nantes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Tours to Nantes, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Nantes. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Tours and Nantes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Tours , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson, Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170, Chenonceaux, Parking Château de Chenonceau . When arriving in Nantes , you can end your journey in bus stations like Nantes, Route de Paris, Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes, Nantes, Boulevard de Berlin (Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF), Gare SNCF Sud, Bouguenais, Aéroport Nantes Atlantique (Gare Routiere), Nantes, Gare Nord .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Nantes, Route de Paris, located 4 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tours and Nantes including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Tours to Nantes:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Tours to Nantes for bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Tours to Nantes depends on the bus companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Tours to Nantes.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Tours to Nantes:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Tours to Nantes:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Tours to Nantes. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Tours to Nantes with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Tours to Nantes with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Tours to Nantes with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Nantes, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as public transport, markets, and popular tourist sites. Scams involving fake petitions or street performers asking for money can also occur. It is advisable to stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables openly, and use official taxi services to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Tours to Nantes

Most Tours to Nantes buses use the Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 to Nantes, Route de Paris station pair, with some services arriving at Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes. Use this guide to compare Tours and Nantes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Tours
Arrival bus stations in Nantes
Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170Tours Parking Peupliers,168 Rue Édouard Vaillant,37000
City-centre transport

Getting to Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 from Tours city centre

Bus5, 50 · 6m · every ~10 min

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