How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Nantes cost?

The bus ticket price from Lyon to Nantes starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Nantes is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Nantes?

The average travel time between Lyon and Nantes is around 12h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 518 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Nantes?

The number of buses from Lyon to Nantes can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Nantes by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Nantes?

When taking the bus from Lyon to Nantes, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Nantes?

Buses travelling between Lyon and Nantes leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Nantes Airport, 2 route de Paris, Hotel Mercure.

Bus Lyon to Nantes from US$27 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:45	Perrache	10h 10m	20:55	4 Route de Paris	Cheapest
21:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 55m	06:00	Nantes	Fastest
05:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	11h 15m	16:15	Nantes	No tags
14:00	Aéroport LYS	15h 50m	05:50	4 Route de Paris	No tags
06:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	12h 15m	18:35	Nantes	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:45	Perrache	10h 10m	20:55	4 Route de Paris	Cheapest
21:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 55m	06:00	Nantes	Fastest
02:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	12h 25m	15:10	Nantes	No tags
14:00	Aéroport LYS	15h 50m	05:50	4 Route de Paris	No tags
05:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	11h 15m	16:15	Nantes	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	13h 55m	20:15	Nantes	Cheapest
22:25	Perrache	9h 50m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	Fastest
02:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	12h 25m	15:10	Nantes	No tags
20:25	Aéroport LYS	11h 50m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	No tags
05:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	11h 15m	16:15	Nantes	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	13h 50m	15:10	Nantes	Cheapest
22:25	Perrache	9h 50m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	Fastest
03:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	16h 40m	20:15	Nantes	No tags
17:35	Aéroport LYS	14h 40m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	No tags
23:59	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	15h 11m	15:10	Nantes	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:25	Perrache	9h 50m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	CheapestFastest
17:35	Aéroport LYS	14h 40m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	No tags
19:30	Aéroport LYS	19h 30m	15:00	4 Route de Paris	No tags
08:40	Perrache	14h 5m	22:45	4 Route de Paris	No tags
16:30	Perrache	13h 10m	05:40	4 Route de Paris	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:45	Perrache	10h 10m	20:55	4 Route de Paris	Cheapest
21:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 55m	06:00	Nantes	Fastest
19:45	Aéroport LYS	10h 15m	06:00	Nantes	No tags
20:25	Aéroport LYS	11h 50m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	No tags
23:10	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	12h 25m	11:35	Nantes	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:45	Perrache	10h 10m	20:55	4 Route de Paris	Cheapest
21:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 55m	06:00	Nantes	Fastest
12:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	11h 25m	23:25	Nantes	No tags
20:25	Aéroport LYS	11h 50m	08:15	4 Route de Paris	No tags
19:45	Aéroport LYS	10h 15m	06:00	Nantes	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Nantes

We recommend carpooling

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 US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

7h 10mAverage duration

517 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$27 - US$177	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$33 - US$331	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$41 - US$109	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Bus Lyon to Nantes: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$61

Average bus trip duration12h 25m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure00:30

Distance533 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 138 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 071 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Infobus

Lyon to Nantes Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Nantes?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Stops in Nantes

A - Nantes Airport

B - 2 route de Paris

C - Hotel Mercure

D - 10 Allée de la Maison Rouge

E - 15 Rue de Briord

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lyon - Nantes

How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Nantes cost?
The bus ticket price from Lyon to Nantes starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Nantes is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Nantes?
The average travel time between Lyon and Nantes is around 12h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 518 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Nantes?
The number of buses from Lyon to Nantes can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Nantes by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Nantes?
When taking the bus from Lyon to Nantes, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Nantes?
Buses travelling between Lyon and Nantes leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Nantes Airport, 2 route de Paris, Hotel Mercure.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

30/10

US$92

31/10

US$88

Today

US$53

02/11

US$54

03/11

US$49

04/11

US$36

05/11

US$43

06/11

US$39

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Nantes was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$36

To 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 US$36 to US$139 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 US$36, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lyon and Nantes!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Lyon to Nantes, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lyon to Nantes will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Lyon to Nantes.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Will you be returning to Lyon by bus?

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Train from Lyon to Nantes

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