Taxi Vannes → Nantes
Your Vannes → Nantes transfer at €120 — €150. 115 km via the N165.
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Distance
115 km
Duration
1h10
Estimated price
120 — 150 €
Availability
24/7
The Vannes to Nantes journey links Breton Morbihan to the Loire metropolis, two territories united by Celtic history and culture. Vannes, a medieval walled city nestled at the head of the Gulf of Morbihan, is the ideal starting point for exploring the gulf's forty-two islands. Nantes, France's sixth-largest city with a metropolitan area of 660,000, is a thriving cultural and creative metropolis. The former Breton ducal capital houses the majestic Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, a 15th-century fortress turned history museum, and Les Machines de l'Ile, a monumental artistic installation inspired by Jules Verne and Leonardo da Vinci, featuring the famous 12-metre mechanical Grand Elephant that ambles along the Loire quays. The Passage Pommeraye, a 19th-century listed shopping arcade, and the Bouffay quarter, the medieval heart of the city with its pedestrian lanes and creperies, complete the picture of a city where heritage meets innovation. The taxi is used by travellers connecting with TGV services at Nantes, professionals heading to Nantes Atlantique airport, cruise passengers and families visiting Nantes attractions.
Route
Route Vannes → Nantes
Your driver leaves Vannes on the N165 towards Nantes, a toll-free dual carriageway. You first cross the southern Morbihan countryside between hedgerows and cereal crops, passing through Muzillac. Then you cross the Vilaine at La Roche-Bernard, a picturesque village perched on a rocky spur above the Vilaine estuary — the bridge offers a striking view of the port below and the glittering waters. After La Roche-Bernard, the road enters Loire-Atlantique and crosses the Grande Briere, a vast wetland of peatbogs and marshes where grey herons and egrets can be spotted. You then pass Pontchateau and Savenay before joining the Nantes northern ring road. The journey takes 70 minutes normally and can reach 1h30 during Nantes rush hours or in summer when Atlantic coast beach traffic is heavy.
Main route: N165 — Gratuit (voie express bretonne) puis péage éventuel A844
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Vannes → Nantes
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Vannes → Nantes route
La Roche-Bernard deserves a 20-minute stop: the old port on the Vilaine, 16th-century granite houses and the Maritime Vilaine Museum are charming. In Nantes, Les Machines de l'Ile are the star attraction — book ahead in summer for the Grand Elephant ride (12 euros, 30-min stroll along the quays). The Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne (courtyard and ramparts free, museum 8 euros) is essential for understanding the history of Nantes and Brittany. The Voyage a Nantes, an open-air art trail marked by a green line on the ground, guides visitors through contemporary artworks scattered across the city — active all summer. The Talensac market (open daily except Monday) is the oldest and most renowned in Nantes: coastal fish, cheeses, Muscadet wines and market garden produce.
Tolls: Gratuit (voie express bretonne) puis péage éventuel A844
Pricing
Taxi fare Vannes → Nantes
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
120 — 150 €
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
138 — 173 €
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
132 — 165 €
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Vannes to Nantes?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER Vannes — Nantes costs about €22 and takes 1h15 to 1h40 depending on stops (some trains go via Redon). Frequency is decent: roughly one train every 1h30 on weekdays. The BreizhGo bus links both cities for about €10 in 2h. BlaBlaCar offers rides from €8. The TaxiNeo taxi at €120 — €150 provides door-to-door service without connections and full schedule flexibility. For 3-4 passengers, the cost works out to €30-50 per person, a reasonable fare for a comfortable direct transfer with luggage.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
120 — 150 €
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
195 €
Ideal for families and groups
Villes desservies
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Vannes → Nantes
Yes, your driver can drop you directly at Nantes Atlantique airport (terminal 1 or 2). The airport is 10 km south of Nantes city centre.
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