How to travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes

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Compare bus and train for Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 50 miles (82 km)

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€17

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€8

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€20

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1h 51m

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1h 21m

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3h 25m

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2h 55m

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1h 17m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes:

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes costing on average €17.

The fastest way to travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Les Sables-d'Olonne and Nantes including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €17 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €2. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes

How to get from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER858860
    10:34 AM1h23
    Gare des Sables d'Olonne
    11:57 AMNantes station
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER858860
    10:34 AM1h23
    Gare des Sables d'Olonne
    11:57 AMNantes station
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8988
    7:40 PM1h09
    Gare des Sables d'Olonne
    8:49 PMNantes station
    €171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER858864
    12:07 PM1h23
    Gare des Sables d'Olonne
    1:30 PMNantes station
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER858896
    5:01 PM1h25
    Gare des Sables d'Olonne
    6:26 PMNantes station
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER858878
    6:28 PM1h26
    Gare des Sables d'Olonne
    7:54 PMNantes station
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne 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 Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Les Sables-d'Olonne and Nantes including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes:

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes costing on average €17.

The fastest way to travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

The distance from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is approximately 50 miles (82 km).
The average frequency per day from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Les Sables-d'Olonne and Nantes as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare des Sables d'Olonne and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Les Sables-d'Olonne, Gare Routière 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 Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nantes by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Les Sables-d'Olonne to Nantes with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 9 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Les Sables-d'Olonne 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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