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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Nantes to São João da Madeira. Traveling by bus from Nantes to São João da Madeira usually takes around 21 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 20 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 556 mi (894 km) |
| Shortest duration | 20h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €81.24 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Nantes to São João da Madeira?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Nantes to São João da Madeira. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 21h 53m | €90.20 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Nantes to São João da Madeira, and usually makes the trip in about 21 hours and 53 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 21 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 894 kilometers from Nantes to São João da Madeira. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 16:00 and the last bus leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all buses from Nantes to São João da Madeira, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Nantes
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Nantes is a green city with high quality of life and many things to see. Much of the city's architecture is fairly contemporary, but you can stumble upon historic buildings dating back to ancient times. Check out several segments of ancient walls surrounding the city, or head to Château des ducs de Bretagne and neighboring Cathédrale Saint Pierre. Of Nantes' many museums, the most notable is the Fine Art Museum, which covers various subject matters and art periods.
Nantes is known for its excellent wine and seafood. This region of France is also the birthplace of crêpes, those thin, delicious pancakes. Head to Cafe Molière or La Cigale for some of the best cuisine in Nantes.
Nantes is one of the cities we included in our itinerary of ten French cities to visit for under $150. So as you can guess, travel in and out of Nantes is not too expensive! Taking the bus is often the cheapest option, with tickets available on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and others. Regular TGV trains connect Nantes to Paris, so it is easy to reach the biggest travel hub in France.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Nantes?
Main departure station: 4 Route de Paris
Most buses depart from the main station in Nantes.
All bus stations in Nantes:
4 Route de Paris
Where does the bus arrive in São João da Madeira?
Main arrival station: Sao Joao Da Madeira
All buses from Nantes arrive at one main station in São João da Madeira.
Bus stations in São João da Madeira:
Sao Joao Da Madeira
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