How to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €114 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €114, while a flight costs an average of €691.

Distance: 453 miles (730 km)

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€114

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€691

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€202

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20h 18m

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19h 48m

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6h 22m

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4h 22m

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12h 34m

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.2 - 4.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €114.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes:

A bus is €577 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes costing on average €691.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 22m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 20h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €114 compared to roughly €202 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €88. The journey takes 19h 48m versus 12h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes

How to get from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 AM19h30
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    6:55 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    1791One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 AM19h30
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    6:55 AMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    1791One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1136 · IB1221
    1:45 PM4h05
    Santiago de Compostela Airport
    5:50 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    6391One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM26h00
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    7:05 PMPôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    2771One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY1681 · VY2972
    9:05 AM13h30
    Santiago de Compostela Airport
    10:35 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1670 · VY2974
    6:35 AM6h45
    Santiago de Compostela Airport
    1:20 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    2291One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1682 · VY2974
    10:55 PM14h10
    Santiago de Compostela Airport
    1:05 PMNantes Atlantique Airport
    2291One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €114.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes:

A bus is €577 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes costing on average €691.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 22m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Bus takes on average 20h 18m.

The distance from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes is approximately 453 miles (730 km).
The average frequency per day from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes is:
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses 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 Santiago de Compostela to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Vueling, KLM, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Nantes by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, FlixBus to go to Nantes by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Santiago de Compostela to Nantes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, London, Lyon. 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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