- Must visit
Musée d'histoire de Nantes
Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Nantes will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 5 trains from Avignon to Nantes, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 614 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 7 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from Avignon to Nantes run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 381 miles (614 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 381 miles (614 km) |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Nantes trains for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
879315+ 5376 · 5224 | 7:44 AM Avignon Centre | 7h00 | 2:44 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
5376 · 5224 | 8:06 AM Avignon TGV | 6h38 | 2:44 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879319+ 9583 · 5354 | 8:13 AM Avignon Centre | 6h37 | 2:50 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
9583 · 5354 | 8:49 AM Avignon TGV | 6h01 | 2:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879325+ 6112 · 8875 | 9:13 AM Avignon Centre | 6h37 | 3:50 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
6112 · 8875 | On time 9:41 AM Avignon TGV | 6h09 | 3:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879327+ 5516+ 4504 | 9:44 AM Avignon Centre | 9h06 | 6:50 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
5516 · 6616 · 8811 | 10:22 AM Avignon TGV | 6h31 | 4:53 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
879626+ 6116 · 8881 | 12:17 PM Avignon Centre | 6h37 | 6:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
6116 · 8881 | 12:41 PM Avignon TGV | 6h13 | 6:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
12566 · 9832 | 12:49 PM Avignon TGV | 7h01 | 7:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
6196 · 8931 | 2:04 PM Avignon Centre | 6h50 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879634+ 6120 · 8931 | 2:13 PM Avignon Centre | 6h41 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
6120 · 8931 | 2:41 PM Avignon TGV | 6h13 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879353+ 5386+ 857779 | 2:44 PM Avignon Centre | 7h06 | 9:50 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
879355+ 6122 · 8887 | 3:13 PM Avignon Centre | 6h41 | 9:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
5386+ 857779 | 3:15 PM Avignon TGV | 6h35 | 9:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
876423+ 5358 | 3:34 PM Avignon Centre | 7h37 | 11:11 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
6122 · 8887 | 3:41 PM Avignon TGV | 6h13 | 9:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9868 · 5488 | 3:49 PM Avignon TGV | 6h34 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879642+ 12374 · 8825 | 4:13 PM Avignon Centre | 6h41 | 10:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
12374 · 8825 | 4:41 PM Avignon TGV | 6h13 | 10:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
879369+ 6128 · 8827 | 5:44 PM Avignon Centre | 6h10 | 11:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
6128 · 8827 | 6:14 PM Avignon TGV | 5h40 | 11:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
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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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Most Avignon to Nantes trains use the Avignon TGV to Gare de Nantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Avignon Centre 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 Le Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
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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