How to travel from Madrid to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, while a train costs an average of $263.

Distance: 482 miles (776 km)

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$69

Average price

Cheapest

$245

Average price

$263

Average price

$207

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(fuel + tolls)

12h 28m

Average total duration

11h 58m

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30m

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5h 51m

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3h 51m

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2h 0m

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12h 23m

Average total duration

11h 53m

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10h 24m

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0.8 - 1.9kg

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2.3 - 4.7kg

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Volotea

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $69.

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

A bus is $176 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Nantes costing on average $245.

A bus is $194 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Nantes costing on average $263.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 23m.

Bus takes on average 12h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Nantes among Omio's users.

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from Madrid to Nantes

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 PM13h40
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    9:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 PM13h40
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    9:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1221
    4:10 PM1h40
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    5:50 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $6191One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 PM14h05
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    9:25 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM18h00
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:35 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1801One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM17h36
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    5:35 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1841One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1504 · KL1425
    1:05 PM9h05
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    10:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $3131One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1502 · KL1425
    10:25 AM11h45
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    10:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $3231One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1502+Air FranceKL2013 · KL2312
    10:25 AM8h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    6:55 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $3441One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to Nantes.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $69.

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

A bus is $176 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Nantes costing on average $245.

A bus is $194 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Nantes costing on average $263.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 23m.

Bus takes on average 12h 28m.

The distance from Madrid to Nantes is approximately 482 miles (776 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Nantes is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid 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 Madrid to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Nantes, Route de Paris.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte, Infobus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, Iberia, Air Nostrum, easyJet, Vueling, Air France, KLM, Pascan Aviation, CitizenPlane to go to Nantes by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Nantes with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Nostrum, easyJet, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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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