How far is Rouen from Nantes?

Rouen and Nantes are 196 miles (317 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Rouen to Nantes leave from Rouen (Avenue Champlain) and arrive at 2 route de Paris. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nantes?

Once in Nantes, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Tour Lu and the lieu unique, Estuaire Nantes <> Saint-Nazaire, Machines de l’Ile, Graslin Theater and By boat on the Loire " Estuaire Nantes-Saint Nazaire.

Bus Rouen to Nantes from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Rouen to Nantes on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	6h 15m	8:15pm	4 Route de Paris	CheapestFastest
3:45pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 25m	12:10am	Nantes	No tags
8:50pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 50m	5:40am	4 Route de Paris	No tags

Next departures for Rouen to Nantes on November 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	6h 15m	8:15pm	4 Route de Paris	CheapestFastest
2:10pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h 15m	11:25pm	Nantes	No tags
3:45pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 25m	12:10am	Nantes	No tags

Next departures for Rouen to Nantes on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:45pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 25m	12:10am	Nantes	CheapestFastest
		2:10pm	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h 15m	11:25pm	Nantes	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:41 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Rouen to Nantes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nantes. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

196 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $160	Average Duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$99 - $214	Average Duration4h 43m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $55	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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Staff4.4

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Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FlixBus

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Staff4.1

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.

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

Where are the popular stops in Rouen and Nantes?

Stops in Rouen

A - Rouen (Avenue Champlain)

B - Halte routière de Rouen

C - 3602 Quai du Havre

D - 2 Place du Général de Gaulle

Stops in Nantes

A - 2 route de Paris

B - Nantes Airport

C - Hotel Mercure

D - 10 Allée de la Maison Rouge

E - 15 Rue de Briord

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rouen to Nantes by bus

How far is Rouen from Nantes?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rouen to Nantes?
What are the best sights and things to do in Nantes?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/08

$41

11/09

$71

Today

$37

11/11

No data

11/12

No data

11/13

No data

11/14

$34

11/15

$20

The cheapest trip from Rouen to Nantes was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $71 for a bus ticket from Rouen to Nantes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-15.

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.

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