What is the travel distance from Nantes to Dunkirk?

The distance between the two cities is 318 miles (512 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Nantes to Dunkirk start their journey at Nantes Airport and wind up at Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Nantes to Dunkirk from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Nantes to Dunkirk on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	4 Route de Paris	22h 25m	10:15pm	Dunkerque Gare SNCF	No tags
Bus	10:25am	Nantes	12h 50m	11:15pm	Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare	No tags
Bus	10:30am	4 Route de Paris	11h 45m	10:15pm	Dunkerque Gare SNCF	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nantes	11h 15m	11:15pm	Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	4 Route de Paris	22h 25m	10:15pm	Dunkerque Gare SNCF	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Nantes to Dunkirk

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dunkirk. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

318 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $129	Average Duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$40 - $40	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nantes and Dunkirk?

Stops in Nantes

A
Nantes Airport
Visit page
B
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

Stops in Dunkirk

A
Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare
Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare, Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France
Visit page
B
Arrêt autocars Marine - Rue de Bellevue
7 Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France
C
DFDS Terminal
Route du petit Denna, Port 5625, 59279 Loon-Plage, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,151 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nantes to Dunkirk by bus

What is the travel distance from Nantes to Dunkirk?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

No data

11/23

$71

Today

$40

11/25

$38

11/26

$47

11/27

$25

11/28

No data

11/29

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The cheapest trip from Nantes to Dunkirk was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nantes to Dunkirk, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $71 for a bus ticket from Nantes to Dunkirk based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-27.