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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $184 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $184, while a train costs an average of $338.

Distance: 615 miles (990 km)

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$197

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The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $184.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Nantes:

A bus is $13 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Nantes costing on average $197.

A bus is $154 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Nantes costing on average $338.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 29m.

Train takes on average 27h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Alicante and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Alicante to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 10h 34m sooner (2h 36m by flight vs 13h 10m by car) and save roughly $136 compared to fuel and tolls ($197 vs $333). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Alicante to Nantes

How to get from Alicante to Nantes by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Alicante to Nantes is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:50 PM33h35
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    4:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1501One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:50 PM33h35
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    4:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1501One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • VuelingVY1309 · VY2974
    9:05 AM4h15
    Alicante Elche Airport
    1:20 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2551One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM32h40
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1661One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 6454+Malta AirFR 6774
    1:35 PM5h00
    Alicante Elche Airport
    6:35 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLM CityhopperKL1421+Transavia FranceKL4017
    8:30 AM5h25
    Alicante Elche Airport
    1:55 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceKL1425+Transavia FranceKL4017
    8:30 AM13h40
    Alicante Elche Airport
    10:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Alicante to Nantes

Travel to Nantes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Alicante and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $184.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Nantes:

A bus is $13 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Nantes costing on average $197.

A bus is $154 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Nantes costing on average $338.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 29m.

Train takes on average 27h 31m.

The distance from Alicante to Nantes is approximately 615 miles (990 km).
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Nantes is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Nantes as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, Volotea, easyJet, Ryanair, Iberia, Transavia France, CitizenPlane to go to Nantes by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Alicante to Nantes:
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Nantes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, London, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nantes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nantes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nantes, you can explore Les Machines de l'Île, featuring mechanical animals and rides inspired by Jules Verne, and visit the Musée d'Arts de Nantes to see European paintings and contemporary works. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Bouffay district with its restaurants and bars, or take a scenic cruise on the Erdre River. Reflect on history at the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery. Don't miss the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, Jardin des Plantes, Passage Pommeraye, and Île de Versailles for a mix of history, architecture, and tranquility.
Two to three days in Nantes is typically enough to explore its main attractions, such as the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de l'Île, and the vibrant arts scene, while also enjoying the local cuisine and atmosphere.
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