How to travel from Zurich to Nantes

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Nantes

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €83, while a flight costs an average of €461.

Distance: 473 miles (762 km)

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Driving

€461

Average price

€189

Average price

€83

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Cheapest

€316

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 25m

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2h 0m

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6h 54m

Average total duration

6h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

18h 3m

Average total duration

17h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 0m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

2.3 - 4.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

KLM

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SNCF | TGV Lyria

Most popular train company

FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Zurich to Nantes

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €83.

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

A bus is €107 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Nantes costing on average €189.

A bus is €379 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Nantes costing on average €461.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 25m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 54m.

Bus takes on average 18h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich 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 5h 35m sooner (3h 25m by flight vs 9h 0m by car). Tickets start at around €461 compared to roughly €316 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 Zurich to Nantes

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+SNCF | TGV INOUI8811
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+SNCF | TGV INOUI8921
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9226+SNCF | TGV INOUI8827
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+SNCF | TGV INOUI8931
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Nantes.

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There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Nantes including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Nantes is a bus with an average price of €83.

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

A bus is €107 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Nantes costing on average €189.

A bus is €379 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Nantes costing on average €461.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Nantes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 25m.

Other travel options to Nantes take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 54m.

Bus takes on average 18h 3m.

The distance from Zurich to Nantes is approximately 473 miles (762 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Nantes is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich 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 Zurich to Nantes:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Nantes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) 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 Zurich to Nantes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria to go to Nantes by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nantes by bus.
  • Travel with KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Vueling, Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, easyJet, Edelweiss Air, Croatia Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, Cityjet to go to Nantes by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Nantes:
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich 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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