How to travel from Roanne to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Roanne to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Roanne to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of RM99 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of RM99, while a flight costs an average of RM413.

Distance: 278 miles (449 km)

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RM99

Average price

Cheapest

RM120

Average price

RM413

Average price

RM142

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 52m

Average total duration

11h 22m

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30m

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5h 59m

Average total duration

5h 29m

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30m

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4h 19m

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2h 19m

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2h 0m

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6h 2m

Average total duration

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0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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1.3 - 2.7kg

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FlixBus

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Air France

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

The cheapest way to travel from Roanne to Nantes is a bus with an average price of RM99.

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

A bus is RM21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roanne to Nantes costing on average RM120.

A bus is RM314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roanne to Nantes costing on average RM413.

The fastest way to travel from Roanne to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 59m.

Bus takes on average 11h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Roanne and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Roanne to Nantes 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 43m sooner (2h 19m by flight vs 6h 2m by car). Tickets start at around RM413 compared to roughly RM142 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 Roanne to Nantes

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

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flight

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

  • easyJet
    4:45 PM1h20
    Roanne
    6:05 PMNantes
    RM751One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • easyJet
    4:45 PM1h20
    Roanne
    6:05 PMNantes
    RM751One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJet
    4:45 PM1h20
    Roanne
    6:05 PMNantes
    RM751One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • easyJet
    6:55 PM1h20
    Roanne
    8:15 PMNantes
    RM901One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Roanne to Nantes

Travel to Nantes 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 Roanne to Nantes.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Roanne and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Roanne to Nantes is a bus with an average price of RM99.

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

A bus is RM21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roanne to Nantes costing on average RM120.

A bus is RM314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roanne to Nantes costing on average RM413.

The fastest way to travel from Roanne to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 59m.

Bus takes on average 11h 52m.

The distance from Roanne to Nantes is approximately 278 miles (449 km).
The average frequency per day from Roanne to Nantes is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Roanne and Nantes 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 Roanne to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Roanne station and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roanne, Rue Pierre Semard (Gare) and arrive in Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Roanne to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Volotea, Air France, easyJet to go to Nantes by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Roanne to Nantes with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Volotea, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Roanne to Nantes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, London, Palma. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nantes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nantes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nantes, you can explore Les Machines de l'Île, featuring mechanical animals and rides inspired by Jules Verne, and visit the Musée d'Arts de Nantes to see European paintings and contemporary works. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Bouffay district with its restaurants and bars, or take a scenic cruise on the Erdre River. Reflect on history at the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery. Don't miss the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, Jardin des Plantes, Passage Pommeraye, and Île de Versailles for a mix of history, architecture, and tranquility.
Two to three days in Nantes is typically enough to explore its main attractions, such as the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de l'Île, and the vibrant arts scene, while also enjoying the local cuisine and atmosphere.

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