- 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.
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
6 h 59 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes without transferring at least once.
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8881Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $151.
Distance: 507 miles (817 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$218 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $316 Average price | $275 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes:
A bus is $144 (€119) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes costing on average $218 (€179).
A bus is $242 (€199) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes costing on average $316 (€260).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 14m.
Bus takes on average 13h 32m.
The journey is about 3h 49m faster (6h 14m by train vs 10h 3m by car) and roughly $58 (€47) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($218 (€179) 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 Frankfurt am Main 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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9558+ 8805 | 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h00 | 12:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9568+ 8975 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h27 | 2:20 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9556+ 8923 | 8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h00 | 4:53 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9590+ 8881 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h59 | 7:00 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9552 · 8731+ 858391 | 12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h59 | 8:52 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
9552 · 8985 | 12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h01 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9580 · 5488 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h21 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
9580+ 9572+ 8887 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h53 | 9:55 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
9560 · 8827 | 4:55 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h59 | 11:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€71) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 507 miles (817 km) distance in 6h 58m.
Distance 507 miles (817 km) |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€71) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 58m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.
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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Nantes trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Gare de Nantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Frankfurt (Main) West is 3 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Immer Satt, Café Crumble, Café Albatros, Cafe Extrablatt
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) West. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) West.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) West. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) West.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) West.
Nearby hotels include Frankfurt Marriott Hotel, Imperial, Sophien Hotel, Hotel Isha.
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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