How to travel from Nantes to Geneva

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Nantes to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €55, while a flight costs an average of €417.

Distance: 371 miles (598 km)

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€417

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€79

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€255

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5h 8m

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13h 46m

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7h 40m

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Compare ways to travel from Nantes to Geneva

Compare the available ways to get from Nantes to Geneva, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Geneva is a train with an average price of €55.

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

A train is €24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nantes to Geneva costing on average €79.

A train is €362 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Geneva costing on average €417.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 0m.

Bus takes on average 13h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes to Geneva 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 4h 32m sooner (3h 8m by flight vs 7h 40m by car). Tickets start at around €417 compared to roughly €255 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 Geneva

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5300+TER96508
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5300+TER96508
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • easyJetU24332
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5300+TER96510
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5300+TER96514
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5300+TER96518
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU21348
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU24713
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7503 · AF1042
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes to Geneva

Travel to Geneva 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 Geneva.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Geneva including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Geneva is a train with an average price of €55.

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

A train is €24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nantes to Geneva costing on average €79.

A train is €362 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Geneva costing on average €417.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Geneva is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Geneva take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 0m.

Bus takes on average 13h 46m.

The distance from Nantes to Geneva is approximately 371 miles (598 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Geneva is:
  • Around 49 flights per day.
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Geneva 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 Nantes to Geneva:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Geneva station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Geneve, Place Dorcière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Geneva, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Geneva by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | Intercités, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Geneva by train.
  • Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, easyJet, Vueling, ITA, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Austrian Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Volotea, Cityjet, Air Baltic to go to Geneva by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nantes to Geneva with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air France, easyJet, CitizenPlane, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Geneva often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Annecy, Milan, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Geneva and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Geneva to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Geneva, explore the charming Old Town with its narrow streets and historical buildings, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for stunning views of the city and Alps, and visit the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum. Discover the vibrant Carouge district known for its bohemian atmosphere, and relax at Bains des Pâquis. Don't miss the Jet d'Eau fountain, St. Pierre Cathedral, Parc des Bastions, Palais des Nations, and Patek Philippe Museum.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Geneva's main attractions, including the Jet d'Eau, the United Nations Office, and the Old Town, while also enjoying the city's parks and museums.

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