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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Perrache | 4 Route de Paris | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Nantes | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Nantes | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport LYS | 4 Route de Paris | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport LYS | Nantes | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Nantes
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nantes. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Nantes?
Stops in Lyon
- ARue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Nantes
- A
2 route de Paris
2 route de Paris , 44000 Nantes, France - C
Hotel Mercure
51 Quai de Malakoff, 44000 Nantes, France - D
10 Allée de la Maison Rouge
10 Allée de la Maison Rouge, 44000 Nantes, France - E
15 Rue de Briord
15 Rue de Briord, 44000 Nantes, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Nantes by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Nantes?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Nantes start from $41. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Nantes?
The average bus travel time from Lyon to Nantes is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 514 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Nantes route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Nantes?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Nantes at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Nantes?
A bus trip from Lyon to Nantes generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Nantes?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Nantes?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Nantes?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Nantes?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Nantes was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Nantes, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $256 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Nantes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Nantes?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
