How to travel from Hamburg to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $101 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, while a flight costs an average of $219.

Distance: 671 miles (1080 km)

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Driving

$219

Average price

$101

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Cheapest

$325

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4h 41m

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2h 41m

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19h 35m

Average total duration

19h 5m

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30m

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14h 5m

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3.2 - 6.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $101 (€82).

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

A bus is $118 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Nantes costing on average $219 (€179).

A bus is $332 (€272) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Nantes costing on average $433 (€354).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 37m.

Bus takes on average 19h 35m.

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

You'll arrive about 11h 24m sooner (2h 41m by flight vs 14h 5m by car) and save roughly $106 (€87) compared to fuel and tolls ($219 (€179) vs $325 (€266)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Hamburg to Nantes

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 AM23h00
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $961One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 AM23h00
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $961One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1758 · KL1425
    6:35 PM3h35
    Hamburg Airport
    10:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $4691One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM26h10
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    11:10 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $971One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    7:39 AM26h21
    Hamburg Hbf
    10:00 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $971One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:30 AM26h30
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    10:00 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $981One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY1823 · VY2974
    9:50 PM14h55
    Hamburg Airport
    12:45 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $1691One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7402+SNCF | TGV INOUI5486
    6:15 AM6h36
    Hamburg Airport
    12:51 PMNantes station
    $2171One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7402+SNCF | TGV INOUI5224
    6:15 AM8h29
    Hamburg Airport
    2:44 PMNantes station
    $2621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $143 (€117).

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

A bus is $411 (€336) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Nantes costing on average $554 (€453).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 20h 11m.

The distance from Hamburg to Nantes is approximately 671 miles (1080 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Nantes is:
  • Around 25 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof 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 Hamburg to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Nantes by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Hamburger Verkehrsverbund (HVV) to go to Nantes by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Nantes:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg 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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