How to travel from Berlin to Nantes

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $126 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $126, while a flight costs an average of $513.

Distance: 758 miles (1221 km)

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$513

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$126

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$189

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$352

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5h 8m

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23h 6m

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22h 36m

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10h 52m

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14h 46m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $126 (€105).

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

A bus is $63 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Nantes costing on average $189 (€158).

A bus is $387 (€323) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Nantes costing on average $513 (€428).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 52m.

Bus takes on average 23h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Nantes including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 11h 38m sooner (3h 8m by flight vs 14h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $513 (€428) compared to roughly $352 (€293) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Berlin to Nantes

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 PM22h25
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    5:45 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $911One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 PM22h25
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    5:45 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $911One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4065+LufthansaLH2242
    1:45 PM3h50
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    5:35 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $3061One-way
    1 transfer

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:55 PM23h25
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    8:20 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $911One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 AM25h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1051One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:35 AM27h50
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1051One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1835 · AF7508
    6:25 PM4h05
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    10:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1235 · AF7510
    3:10 PM5h00
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1735 · AF7506
    12:50 PM5h05
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    5:55 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $2481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin 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 Berlin to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Nantes including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $126 (€105).

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

A bus is $63 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Nantes costing on average $189 (€158).

A bus is $387 (€323) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Nantes costing on average $513 (€428).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 52m.

Bus takes on average 23h 6m.

The distance from Berlin to Nantes is approximately 758 miles (1221 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Nantes is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin 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 Berlin to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) 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 Berlin 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 Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Transavia France, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Malta Air, Cityjet, Iberia to go to Nantes by flight.
  • Travel with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn to go to Nantes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Berlin to Nantes:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Transavia France.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin 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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