How to travel from Geneva to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $95 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, while a flight costs an average of $520.

Distance: 371 miles (598 km)

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$122

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$304

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6h 54m

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6h 24m

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7h 6m

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Compare ways to travel from Geneva to Nantes

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

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $95.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Nantes costing on average $122.

A bus is $426 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Nantes costing on average $520.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 54m.

Bus takes on average 13h 36m.

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

The journey is about 42m faster (6h 24m by train vs 7h 6m by car) and roughly $182 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($122 vs $304). 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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from Geneva to Nantes

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50827 · 72403
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50827 · 72403
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF6142
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER96554+SNCF | TGV INOUI5354
    1 transfer
  • TER96570+SNCF | TGV INOUI5358
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9760+SNCF | TGV INOUI8805
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus72403
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU24331
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU21347
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1932 · KL1423
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva 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 Geneva to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $95.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Nantes costing on average $122.

A bus is $426 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Nantes costing on average $520.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 54m.

Bus takes on average 13h 36m.

The distance from Geneva to Nantes is approximately 371 miles (598 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Nantes is:
  • Around 46 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva 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 Geneva to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière 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 Geneva 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 SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, easyJet, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Air Baltic, Volotea, ITA, Cityjet to go to Nantes by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Geneva to Nantes with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air France, easyJet, CitizenPlane, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva 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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