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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bourges to Nantes
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourges to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourges to Nantes will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bourges for Nantes on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.
6:06 PM2h59Bourges9:05 PMNantes$461One-way0 transfers- 6:05 PM3h00Bourges9:05 PMNantes$531One-way0 transfers
9:48 AM3h54Bourges1:42 PMNantes$611One-way0 transfers
- 6:06 PM2h59Bourges9:05 PMNantes$461One-way0 transfers
- 6:05 PM3h00Bourges9:05 PMNantes$531One-way0 transfers
- 9:48 AM3h54Bourges1:42 PMNantes$611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bourges to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourges to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourges to Nantes:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourges to Nantes costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
The journey is about 26m faster (3h 18m by train vs 3h 44m by car) and roughly $77 (€61) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $123 (€98)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bourges to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Bourges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 3908+ 860005 | 9:54 AM Gare de Bourges | 4h21 | 2:15 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
860860+ 5224 | 10:49 AM Gare de Bourges | 3h53 | 2:42 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 4502 | 1:13 PM Gare de Bourges | 3h00 | 4:13 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 861397 · 860836+5358 | 7:41 PM Gare de Bourges | 3h30 | 11:11 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bourges to Nantes
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Trains from Bourges to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, TER REMI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF from Bourges to Nantes trainsSNCF | Intercités, TER REMI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF trains will get you between Bourges and Nantes from $14 (€12). 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 Bourges to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bourges 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bourges to Nantes
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Café Restaurant Louis XI
- Le Beauvoir
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- ibis Bourges
- Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges
- Hotel Le Christina
- Located in the main hall
- 154 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
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