How to travel from London to Nantes

There are 3 options to travel between London and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Nantes is a flight with an average price of €78.

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

A flight is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Nantes costing on average €84.

A flight is €211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Nantes costing on average €289.

The fastest way to travel from London to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 21m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 36m.

Bus takes on average 14h 53m.

The distance from London to Nantes is approximately 303 miles (488 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Nantes is:

• Around 32 flights per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London 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 London to Nantes:

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Nantes station.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Nantes, Route de Paris.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London 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 Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nantes by train.
• Travel with easyJet, Ryanair, Malta Air, KLM Cityhopper, Air France, Vueling, KLM to go to Nantes by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Nantes:

• 3 direct flights per day with easyJet, Ryanair, Malta Air.

Omio customers who travel from London to Nantes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Lyon, Nice. 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.