How to travel from Strasbourg to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Strasbourg to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €78 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, while a flight costs an average of €382.

Distance: 440 miles (709 km)

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€78

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€223

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Compare ways to travel from Strasbourg to Nantes

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

The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €78.

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

A bus is €93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Nantes costing on average €170.

A bus is €305 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Strasbourg to Nantes costing on average €382.

The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Nantes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 12h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Strasbourg and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Strasbourg to Nantes among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4h 23m faster (4h 17m by train vs 8h 40m by car) and roughly €53 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€170 vs €223). 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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How to get from Strasbourg to Nantes by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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Fastest

  • Air FranceKL2046 · KL2052
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5486
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  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9530 · 8805
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI2356 · 8875
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceKL2044 · KL2162
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1942+Air FranceKL2003 · KL2162
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1942 · KL1405+Air FranceKL2162
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Strasbourg and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €78.

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

A bus is €93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Nantes costing on average €170.

A bus is €305 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Strasbourg to Nantes costing on average €382.

The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Nantes is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 12h 40m.

The distance from Strasbourg to Nantes is approximately 440 miles (709 km).
The average frequency per day from Strasbourg to Nantes is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Strasbourg station and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile 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 Strasbourg to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, Volotea, easyJet, Lufthansa, CitizenPlane to go to Nantes by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, TER to go to Nantes by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Strasbourg to Nantes with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Volotea, easyJet, CitizenPlane.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Strasbourg 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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