How to travel from Nîmes to Le Mans

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Compare train and bus for Nîmes to Le Mans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. 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 €60, while a train costs an average of €137.

Distance: 349 miles (563 km)

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Driving

€137

Average price

€60

Average price

Cheapest

€172

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 28m

Average total duration

9h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 0m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nîmes to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of €60.

This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes to Le Mans:

A bus is €78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Le Mans costing on average €137.

The fastest way to travel from Nîmes to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nîmes and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nîmes to Le Mans among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3h 48m faster (4h 12m by train vs 8h 0m by car) and roughly €35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€137 vs €172). 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 Nîmes to Le Mans

How to get from Nîmes to Le Mans by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    9:55 PM14h30
    Nîmes
    12:25 PMLe Mans
    691One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:55 PM14h30
    Nîmes
    12:25 PMLe Mans
    691One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:55 PM14h30
    Nîmes
    12:25 PMLe Mans
    691One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:20 AM16h05
    Nîmes
    12:25 AMLe Mans
    691One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    9:40 PM15h35
    Nîmes
    1:15 PMLe Mans
    761One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nîmes to Le Mans

Travel to Le Mans 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 Nîmes to Le Mans.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Nîmes and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nîmes to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of €60.

This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes to Le Mans:

A bus is €78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Le Mans costing on average €137.

The fastest way to travel from Nîmes to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 28m.

The distance from Nîmes to Le Mans is approximately 349 miles (563 km).
The average frequency per day from Nîmes to Le Mans is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nîmes and Le Mans as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nîmes to Le Mans:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nîmes station and arrive in Le Mans station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) and arrive in Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nîmes to Le Mans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Le Mans by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Le Mans by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nîmes to Le Mans:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Nîmes to Le Mans often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Lyon, Angers. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Mans and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Mans to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Mans, you can attend the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours endurance car race at the Circuit de la Sarthe, explore vibrant local markets for fresh produce and regional specialties, and enjoy performances at the Théâtre des Quinconces. Take a scenic walk along the Sarthe River or visit the Arche de la Nature for hiking and wildlife. Key sights include the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-Julien, the medieval Cité Plantagenêt, the Musée des 24 Heures du Mans with its classic car exhibits, the serene Jardin des Plantes du Mans, and the historic Abbaye de l'Épau.
For a visit to Le Mans, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the historic old town, the famous Le Mans Cathedral, and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans racetrack.

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