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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Nantes will cost around $215 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 14 trains from Bordeaux to Nantes, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 275 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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 Bordeaux to Nantes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (275 km) distance in 3h 15m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bordeaux to Nantes.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Nantes trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3740+ 860001+ F41 (866363) | Delayed 9:19 PM 9:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean | 12h47 | 9:50 AM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
F41 (866363)+ 3740+ 860001 | On time 9:08 PM Bordeaux | 12h42 | 9:50 AM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
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8440 · 5351 | 6:58 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h21 | 11:19 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8500 · 8973 | 7:12 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h42 | 11:54 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
3852 | 7:54 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h12 | 12:06 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8560 · 8807 | 9:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h34 | 2:20 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
12254 · 8875 | 10:47 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h03 | 3:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8534 · 8811 | 12:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h41 | 4:53 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
12268 · 8879 | 12:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h08 | 5:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
12258 · 8813 | 1:45 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h38 | 6:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8512 · 8817 | 2:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h34 | 7:20 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8582 · 8821 | 3:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h34 | 8:21 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8414 · 8935 | 5:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h51 | 9:59 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
3858 | 6:06 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h10 | 10:16 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8450 · 5358 | 6:26 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h45 | 11:11 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8514 · 8827 | 6:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h08 | 11:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Nantes with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, and SNCF | Intercités de nuit. Night trains available on this route with SNCF | Intercités de nuit. High-speed trains available on this route with SNCF | TGV INOUI. Regional trains available on this route with TER and SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Nantes trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Haluchère-Batignolles. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean 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: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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.
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Check train stations information for Bordeaux and Nantes, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.