How to travel from Nantes to Avignon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Avignon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $116, while a flight costs an average of $537.

Distance: 381 miles (614 km)

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Driving

$190

Average price

$116

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Cheapest

$537

Average price

$257

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 2m

Average total duration

5h 32m

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30m

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14h 9m

Average total duration

13h 39m

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30m

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5h 9m

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Fastest

3h 9m

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2h 0m

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8h 37m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Avignon is a bus with an average price of $116 (€97).

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

A bus is $75 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Avignon costing on average $190 (€160).

A bus is $422 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Avignon costing on average $537 (€451).

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Avignon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Avignon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 2m.

Bus takes on average 14h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Avignon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes to Avignon among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3h 5m faster (5h 32m by train vs 8h 37m by car) and roughly $67 (€56) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($190 (€160) vs $257 (€216)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Nantes to Avignon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:55 PM19h00
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:55 PMLe Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    $641One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:55 PM19h00
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:55 PMLe Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    $641One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU24328
    6:50 PM1h10
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:00 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5320 · 5124
    5:04 PM6h06
    Nantes station
    11:10 PMAvignon TGV
    $891One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8814 · 6195
    2:04 PM6h55
    Nantes station
    8:59 PMAvignon Centre
    $991One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8816+SNCF | Intercités de nuit5781+ZOU!879504
    5:40 PM15h27
    Nantes station
    9:07 AMAvignon Centre
    $1341One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:35 PM14h40
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    11:15 AMLe Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetEC4713
    7:00 AM1h15
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:15 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $921One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU24713
    7:00 AM1h15
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:15 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $1311One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transavia FranceTO7398
    7:05 PM1h30
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    8:35 PMMarseille Provence Airport
    $1601One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes to Avignon

Travel to Avignon 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 Nantes to Avignon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Avignon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Avignon is a bus with an average price of $116 (€97).

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

A bus is $75 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Avignon costing on average $190 (€160).

A bus is $422 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Avignon costing on average $537 (€451).

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Avignon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Avignon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 2m.

Bus takes on average 14h 9m.

The distance from Nantes to Avignon is approximately 381 miles (614 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Avignon is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Avignon 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 Nantes to Avignon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Avignon TGV.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Avignon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Transavia France, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Air France, Cityjet, Austrian Airlines to go to Avignon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Avignon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Avignon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Avignon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Transavia France.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Avignon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Nice, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Avignon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Avignon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Avignon, you can explore the historic streets on a guided walking tour, visit the Palais des Papes, and admire the views from Pont Saint-Bénézet. Discover local produce at Les Halles d'Avignon, enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the Rhône River, and experience the Avignon Festival's arts performances. Don't miss the Avignon Cathedral, Rocher des Doms park, and the art collection at Musée du Petit Palais. Additionally, take wine tasting tours in the nearby vineyards of the Rhône Valley.
To fully experience Avignon, including its historic sites like the Palais des Papes, Pont d'Avignon, and the charming old town, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.

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