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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Nantes
Cheapest price
$315
Average price
$333
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 35 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
990 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Nantes will cost around $333 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $315.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Nantes without transferring at least 3 times.
9:05 PM25h11Alicante10:16 PMNantes$3151One-way4 transfers- 11:36 AM26h23Alicante1:59 PMNantes$3221One-way4 transfers
2:35 PM27h54Alicante6:29 PMNantes$3371One-way4 transfers- 9:15 AM26h51Alicante12:06 PMNantes$3601One-way3 transfers
- 9:05 PM25h11Alicante10:16 PMNantes$3151One-way4 transfers
- 11:36 AM26h23Alicante1:59 PMNantes$3221One-way4 transfers
- 9:15 AM26h51Alicante12:06 PMNantes$3601One-way3 transfers
- 2:35 PM27h54Alicante6:29 PMNantes$3371One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $287.
Distance: 615 miles (990 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$325 Average price | $167 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price | $337 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 7m Average total duration 27h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 25m Average total duration 20h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 3.0 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Nantes:
A flight is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alicante to Nantes costing on average $188 (€150).
A flight is $158 (€126) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Nantes costing on average $325 (€260).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 55m.
Train takes on average 27h 37m.
Tickets start at around $325 (€260) compared to roughly $337 (€269) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 27h 37m versus 13h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Alicante to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Nantes trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:05 PM Alicante | 25h11 | 10:16 PM Nantes | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Nantes
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Trains from Alicante to Nantes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 27h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $287 (€229) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 15:20. The fastest train covers the 615 miles (990 km) distance in 23h 25m.
Distance 615 miles (990 km) |
Average train duration 27h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $287 (€229) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 23h 25m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 3:20 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Nantes trainsAVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Nantes from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Nantes
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