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Nantes to Lisbon Bus Schedule
Bus from Nantes to Lisbon: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Nantes to Lisbon. Traveling by bus from Nantes to Lisbon usually takes around 25 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 700 mi (1127 km) |
| Shortest duration | 19h 10m |
| Cheapest price | HUF 13,648 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Nantes to Lisbon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Nantes to Lisbon. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8 | 1d 1h 51m | HUF 23,101 |
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 8 trips from Nantes to Lisbon, and usually makes the trip in about 25 hours and 51 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Nantes to Lisbon
The bus takes an average of 25 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 700 miles from Nantes to Lisbon. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 hours and 10 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Lisbon at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Nantes to Lisbon, 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 Lisbon?
Main arrival station: Estação do Oriente
Buses arrive in Lisbon at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Lisbon:
Estação do Oriente
Lisbon (Airport)
Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
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