How to travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, while a flight costs an average of €215.

Distance: 507 miles (817 km)

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€164

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€59

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€215

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€233

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6h 55m

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6h 25m

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14h 8m

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9h 22m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main is a bus with an average price of €59.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main:

A bus is €105 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €164.

A bus is €156 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €215.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 8m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 55m.

Bus takes on average 14h 8m.

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

The journey is about 2h 57m faster (6h 25m by train vs 9h 22m by car) and roughly €69 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€164 vs €233). 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 Frankfurt am Main

How to get from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main by train, bus or flight.

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus88082 · 30484
    10:15 AM19h55
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    551One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus88082 · 30484
    10:15 AM19h55
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    551One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1055
    12:50 PM1h35
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    2:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    4151One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5306+TGV9557+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187860560
    12:44 PM10h19
    Nantes station
    11:03 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    1961One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12472+TGV9557
    3:04 PM7h59
    Nantes station
    11:03 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    2361One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12466+TGV9563
    12:09 PM7h04
    Nantes station
    7:13 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    2971One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50810 · 30484
    9:45 AM20h25
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    551One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88094 · 30484
    11:55 AM18h15
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus98080 · 30484
    8:20 AM21h50
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:10 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2243 · LH123
    6:20 PM4h10
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    10:30 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    3541One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8868 · 5280+Air FranceAF1018
    11:04 AM11h01
    Nantes station
    10:05 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    3651One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5278+Air FranceAF1018
    2:08 PM7h57
    Nantes station
    10:05 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    3651One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main

Travel to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main is a bus with an average price of €59.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main:

A bus is €105 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €164.

A bus is €156 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €215.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 8m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 55m.

Bus takes on average 14h 8m.

The distance from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main is approximately 507 miles (817 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Frankfurt am Main by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Frankfurt am Main by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM, Cityjet, Helvetic Airways to go to Frankfurt am Main by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Cityjet.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Frankfurt am Main often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, London, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Frankfurt am Main and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Frankfurt am Main to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Frankfurt am Main, visitors can enjoy panoramic views from the Main Tower and explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for a variety of foods. The Senckenberg Natural History Museum offers fascinating dinosaur fossils, while a walk along the River Main provides scenic vistas. Shop at the lively Zeil or visit the Römer, a historic city hall. Art enthusiasts can explore the Städel Museum, while nature lovers will appreciate the Palmengarten. Delve into literary history at the Goethe House and admire the Gothic architecture of Frankfurt Cathedral.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Römer, Städel Museum, and Palmengarten, while also enjoying the city's vibrant dining and shopping scenes.
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