How to travel from Arras to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Arras to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arras to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €437.

Distance: 290 miles (467 km)

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€105

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€437

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€53

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€151

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3h 35m

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5h 34m

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9h 26m

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6h 11m

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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Compare ways to travel from Arras to Nantes

Compare the available ways to get from Arras to Nantes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Arras to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arras to Nantes costing on average €105.

A bus is €384 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arras to Nantes costing on average €437.

The fastest way to travel from Arras to Nantes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 34m.

Bus takes on average 9h 26m.

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

The journey is about 2h 36m faster (3h 35m by train vs 6h 11m by car) and roughly €46 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€105 vs €151). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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

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

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FAQs: Travel from Arras 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 Arras to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Arras and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Arras to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arras to Nantes costing on average €105.

A bus is €384 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arras to Nantes costing on average €437.

The fastest way to travel from Arras to Nantes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 34m.

Bus takes on average 9h 26m.

The distance from Arras to Nantes is approximately 290 miles (467 km).
The average frequency per day from Arras to Nantes is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Arras 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 Arras to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Arras station and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Arras, Rue du Dr Brassart (Gare) 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 Arras to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Vueling, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, ITA, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Nantes by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nantes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Arras to Nantes:
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Arras 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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