How to travel from Bologna to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $159 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $159, while a flight costs an average of $632.

Distance: 647 miles (1042 km)

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$632

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$164

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$481

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21h 7m

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20h 37m

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12h 14m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $159 (€130).

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

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Nantes costing on average $164 (€134).

A bus is $473 (€387) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Nantes costing on average $632 (€517).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 43m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 14m.

Bus takes on average 21h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna 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 9h 13m sooner (3h 43m by flight vs 12h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $632 (€517) compared to roughly $481 (€394) 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 Bologna to Nantes

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:10 AM26h15
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1191One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:10 AM26h15
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1191One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:40 AM22h10
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:50 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:20 PM30h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    4:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1281One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 PM24h55
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    7:05 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 PM25h15
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    4:15 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1421One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna 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 Bologna to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $159 (€130).

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

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Nantes costing on average $164 (€134).

A bus is $473 (€387) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Nantes costing on average $632 (€517).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 43m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 14m.

Bus takes on average 21h 7m.

The distance from Bologna to Nantes is approximately 647 miles (1042 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Nantes is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna 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 Bologna to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 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 Bologna to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with Italo to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic to go to Nantes by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna 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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