How to travel from Milan to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, while a flight costs an average of $494.

Distance: 526 miles (847 km)

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$494

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$143

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$120

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$428

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5h 13m

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3h 13m

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10h 21m

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9h 51m

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19h 17m

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10h 57m

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $120 (€100).

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

A bus is $23 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Nantes costing on average $143 (€120).

A bus is $374 (€312) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Nantes costing on average $494 (€412).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 13m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 21m.

Bus takes on average 19h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 44m sooner (3h 13m by flight vs 10h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $494 (€412) compared to roughly $428 (€358) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Milan to Nantes

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 87081
    5:30 PM21h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 87081
    5:30 PM21h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    2:55 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • easyJetU24752
    1:10 PM1h45
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    2:55 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $1471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM24h20
    Milano, Milan Linate Airport
    9:20 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $851One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 PM21h35
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    9:20 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM20h05
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    7:05 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    $1121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1013 · AF7510
    2:55 PM5h15
    Milan Linate Airport
    8:10 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $1931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1413 · AF7506
    12:25 PM5h30
    Milan Linate Airport
    5:55 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $1931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1013 · AF7508
    2:55 PM7h35
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:30 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    $1931One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan 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 Milan to Nantes.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Nantes is a bus with an average price of $120 (€100).

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

A bus is $23 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Nantes costing on average $143 (€120).

A bus is $374 (€312) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Nantes costing on average $494 (€412).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 13m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 21m.

Bus takes on average 19h 17m.

The distance from Milan to Nantes is approximately 526 miles (847 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Nantes is:
  • Around 30 flights per day.
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan 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 Milan to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano 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 Milan to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Volotea, ITA, Cityjet, easyJet, Iberia to go to Nantes by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF | Intercités to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Nantes:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Volotea, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Milan 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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