How to travel from Nantes to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a flight costs an average of €437.

Distance: 366 miles (590 km)

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Driving

€437

Average price

€71

Average price

€48

Average price

Cheapest

€171

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 42m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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2h 0m

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4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 50m

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30m

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10h 4m

Average total duration

9h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.8 - 3.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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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 Brussels is a bus with an average price of €48.

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

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Brussels costing on average €71.

A bus is €389 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Brussels costing on average €437.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes to Brussels 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 3h 47m sooner (3h 42m by flight vs 7h 29m by car). Tickets start at around €437 compared to roughly €171 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 Nantes to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus98080
    8:20 AM10h50
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    7:10 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    €401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus98080
    8:20 AM10h50
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    7:10 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    €401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1418 · KL1703
    6:20 AM3h30
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    9:50 AMBrussels Airport
    €3741One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9886
    5:59 AM5h02
    Nantes station
    11:01 AMBrussels-Midi
    €861One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8804+Eurostar9327
    7:04 AM4h43
    Nantes station
    11:47 AMBrussels-Midi
    €1451One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8804+Eurostar9435
    7:04 AM6h13
    Nantes station
    1:17 PMBrussels-Midi
    €1611One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4031 · 1407
    5:30 AM9h15
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    2:45 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    €531One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4031 · 1661
    5:30 AM9h15
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    2:45 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    €531One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4031 · 50327
    5:30 AM11h00
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    4:30 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    €581One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1422 · KL1701
    2:25 PM17h10
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    7:35 AMBrussels Airport
    €2811One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1055+Brussels AirlinesLH5576
    12:50 PM4h40
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    5:30 PMBrussels Airport
    €3031One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1422 · KL1707
    2:25 PM7h50
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    €3741One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €48.

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

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Brussels costing on average €71.

A bus is €389 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Brussels costing on average €437.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 4m.

The distance from Nantes to Brussels is approximately 366 miles (590 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Brussels is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Brussels 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 Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, SNCF, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Volotea, ITA, Ryanair, Cityjet to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nantes to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
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