How to travel from Amsterdam to Nantes

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a flight costs an average of €504.

Distance: 457 miles (736 km)

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€71

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€100

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€504

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€229

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13h 46m

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13h 16m

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6h 33m

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The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Nantes costing on average €100.

A bus is €433 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Nantes costing on average €504.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 33m.

Bus takes on average 13h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Nantes including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €71 compared to roughly €229 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €158. The journey takes 13h 16m versus 9h 16m 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.

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.

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from Amsterdam to Nantes

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1602 · 87081
    11:30 PM15h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    €301One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1602 · 87081
    11:30 PM15h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    €301One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1419
    9:45 AM1h30
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    11:15 AMNantes Atlantique Airport
    €10161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9476+SNCF | TGV INOUI8827
    5:10 PM6h44
    Amsterdam Centraal
    11:54 PMNantes station
    €951One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9376+SNCF | TGV INOUI8827
    5:10 PM6h44
    Amsterdam Centraal
    11:54 PMNantes station
    €1051One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9310+SNCF | TGV INOUI8807
    6:10 AM8h10
    Amsterdam Centraal
    2:20 PMNantes station
    €1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1662 · 4035
    10:20 AM12h09
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:29 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    €501One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646 · 4035
    8:55 AM13h34
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:29 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    €531One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM14h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    €621One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY8308 · VY2972
    7:00 AM15h30
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    €2551One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY8310 · VY2972
    4:30 PM6h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    €2801One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY8303 · VY2972
    1:25 PM9h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    €2801One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Nantes including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Nantes costing on average €100.

A bus is €433 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Nantes costing on average €504.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 33m.

Bus takes on average 13h 46m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Nantes is approximately 457 miles (736 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Nantes is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 28 buses per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) 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 Amsterdam to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Eurocity Direct to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France, Vueling, Cityjet, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Amelia, ITA to go to Nantes by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Amsterdam to Nantes:
  • 6 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Nantes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, London, Palma. 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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