How to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €81 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €81, while a flight costs an average of €502.

Distance: 466 miles (750 km)

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€202

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15h 0m

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14h 30m

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is a train with an average price of €81.

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

A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average €84.

A train is €420 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average €502.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Bus takes on average 15h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf 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 €84 compared to roughly €202 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €118. The journey takes 14h 30m versus 9h 36m 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 Düsseldorf to Nantes

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449 · 87081
    9:45 PM17h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    401One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449 · 87081
    9:45 PM17h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    401One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1804 · KL1425
    6:15 PM3h55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    8291One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Eurostar9438+SNCF | TGV INOUI8827
    10:03 AM13h51
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:54 PMNantes station
    1881One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9438+SNCF | TGV INOUI8825
    10:03 AM12h51
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    10:54 PMNantes station
    1931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9438+SNCF | TGV INOUI8887
    10:03 AM11h51
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    9:54 PMNantes station
    1981One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 PM17h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    1:05 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    821One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:38 PM18h47
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    7:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    881One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:05 AM16h05
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    891One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY1897 · VY2972
    9:50 AM12h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:35 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    2311One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1107 · AF7502
    6:55 AM4h20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    11:15 AMNantes Atlantique Airport
    2711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1107 · AF7504
    6:55 AM6h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    1:25 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    2711One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is a train with an average price of €81.

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

A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average €84.

A train is €420 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Nantes costing on average €502.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 12m.

Bus takes on average 15h 0m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Nantes is approximately 466 miles (750 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Nantes is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf 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 Düsseldorf to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Air France to go to Nantes by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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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