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Musée d'histoire de Nantes
Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
Cheapest price
$300
Average price
$304
Fastest journey
7 h 51 m
Average duration
8 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
736 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Nantes will cost around $304 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $300.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Nantes without transferring at least once.
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8875Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $144.
Distance: 457 miles (736 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$261 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price | $275 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 22m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Nantes:
A bus is $196 (€161) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Nantes costing on average $261 (€215).
A bus is $254 (€209) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Nantes costing on average $319 (€263).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 7m.
Bus takes on average 12h 52m.
The journey is about 3h 9m faster (6h 7m by train vs 9h 16m by car) and roughly $14 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($261 (€215) vs $275 (€226)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Nantes trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9316+ 8975 | 6:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 7h51 | 2:20 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 8875 | 6:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 9h21 | 3:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 8921 | 6:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h25 | 2:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Nantes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€109) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 457 miles (736 km) distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 457 miles (736 km) |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€109) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
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Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
Important fine arts museum with old masters, modern works and a striking contemporary extension. One of western France’s best.
Fascinating memorial museum beneath the quay recounting the transatlantic slave trade and abolition with powerful documentation.
Creative riverside site with giant mechanical creatures, terraces and industrial heritage. One of Nantes’s most memorable walking areas.
Large central garden with botanical collections, greenhouses, sculptures and shaded paths. Ideal for a calm break near the station.
Historic pedestrian quarter of half-timbered houses, small lanes and lively squares. Best area for wandering old Nantes on foot.
Butter cake from Nantes flavored with dark rum and almond. A 19th-century local classic linked to the port's trade history.
Crisp butter biscuits from Nantes, created in the late 19th century. A famous local snack often eaten with coffee or tea.
Muscadet white wine from vineyards near Nantes. Dry, light, and famously paired with Atlantic seafood and local shellfish.
Established fine dining restaurant serving seasonal French cuisine with a modern touch in an intimate, elegant room.
Michelin-starred restaurant by Éric Guérin, offering refined creative cuisine in a polished, destination-style dining experience.
Well-known Nantes crêperie specializing in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes in a relaxed, central setting.
Moderate for France: trams are affordable, casual meals are fair, but hotels and central dining can cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Nantes -> Place du Commerce, Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Nantes by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Nantes trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Gare de Nantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Schiphol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Grand Café Plaza, Café Rembrandt, Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol Airport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schiphol Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol Airport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, CitizenM Schiphol Airport.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Gare de Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
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