How to travel from Manchester to Nantes

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

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $130.

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

A bus is $64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Nantes costing on average $195.

A bus is $422 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Nantes costing on average $552.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 32m.

Bus takes on average 20h 3m.

The distance from Manchester to Nantes is approximately 433 miles (698 km).

The average frequency per day from Manchester to Nantes is:

• Around 27 flights per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Nantes as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Nantes:

• Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 Manchester to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Nantes by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Nantes by bus.
• Travel with Ryanair, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, KLM to go to Nantes by flight.

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

• 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.

Omio customers who travel from Manchester 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.