How to travel from Nantes to Ghent

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €73, while a flight costs an average of €438.

Distance: 356 miles (573 km)

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€438

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€120

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€73

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Cheapest

€110

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5h 42m

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3h 42m

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4h 31m

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4h 1m

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30m

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10h 12m

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9h 42m

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30m

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7h 23m

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1.7 - 3.4kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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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 Ghent is a bus with an average price of €73.

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

A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Ghent costing on average €120.

A bus is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Ghent costing on average €438.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Ghent is by train with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Ghent including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes to Ghent 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 41m sooner (3h 42m by flight vs 7h 23m by car). Tickets start at around €438 compared to roughly €110 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 Ghent

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8:00 AM10h25
    Nantes
    6:25 PMGhent
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8:00 AM10h25
    Nantes
    6:25 PMGhent
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8:00 AM10h25
    Nantes
    6:25 PMGhent
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM12h05
    Nantes
    8:30 AMGhent
    431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    8:45 AM11h00
    Nantes
    7:45 PMGhent
    621One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes to Ghent

Travel to Ghent 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 Ghent.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Ghent including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Ghent is a bus with an average price of €73.

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

A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Ghent costing on average €120.

A bus is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Ghent costing on average €438.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Ghent is by train with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 12m.

The distance from Nantes to Ghent is approximately 356 miles (573 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Ghent is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Ghent 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 Ghent:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Kortrijk.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, ITA, Ryanair, Cityjet to go to Ghent by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Ghent by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Ghent by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Ghent:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Ghent often also extend their vacation to go to Bruges, Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, Charleroi. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ghent and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ghent to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ghent, explore the charming Patershol neighborhood with its narrow streets and diverse dining options, and discover the vibrant street art scene with murals throughout the city. Visit the Design Museum Ghent for contemporary and historical design, and take a boat tour along the canals for a unique city view. Don't miss the medieval Gravensteen castle, Saint Bavo's Cathedral with the Ghent Altarpiece, and the picturesque Graslei and Korenlei streets. The Belfry of Ghent offers panoramic views, and the Museum of Fine Arts showcases Flemish art. Enjoy a bike ride through Ghent's extensive cycling paths.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Ghent is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the vibrant cultural scene, and experience the local cuisine.

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