- 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
$27
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Mans to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Nantes will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 17 trains that leave Le Mans for Nantes on Wed, Aug 05, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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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8911Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Nantes:
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Nantes costing on average $27.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 33m faster (1h 36m by train vs 2h 9m by car) and roughly $35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($27 vs $62). 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 | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Le Mans to Nantes trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8881 | On time 5:36 PM Le Mans station | 1h24 | 7:00 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857325 | On time 5:41 PM Le Mans station | 1h35 | 7:16 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9832 | On time 6:32 PM Le Mans station | 1h18 | 7:50 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8905 | On time 6:36 PM Le Mans station | 1h18 | 7:54 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857333 | 6:42 PM Le Mans station | 1h35 | 8:17 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8931+ 857429 | 7:10 PM Le Mans station | 1h44 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
857329 | 7:43 PM Le Mans station | 1h35 | 9:18 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8887 | 8:37 PM Le Mans station | 1h18 | 9:55 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5488 | On time 9:03 PM Le Mans station | 1h20 | 10:23 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
857301 | 5:43 AM Le Mans station | 1h32 | 7:15 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857303 | 6:41 AM Le Mans station | 1h37 | 8:18 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8911 | 7:35 AM Le Mans station | 1h19 | 8:54 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857305 | 7:41 AM Le Mans station | 1h36 | 9:17 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857307+ 8803 | 8:20 AM Le Mans station | 1h34 | 9:54 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
857607 · 857757 | 8:21 AM Le Mans station | 2h54 | 11:15 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8703+ 858286+ 856619 | 8:37 AM Le Mans station | 2h28 | 11:05 AM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
8973 | 10:37 AM Le Mans station | 1h17 | 11:54 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | 10:37 AM Le Mans station | 1h17 | 11:54 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857311 | 10:43 AM Le Mans station | 1h32 | 12:15 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857315 | 1:09 PM Le Mans station | 1h29 | 2:38 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5354 | 1:32 PM Le Mans station | 1h18 | 2:50 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8921 | 1:36 PM Le Mans station | 1h18 | 2:54 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8875 | 2:27 PM Le Mans station | 1h23 | 3:50 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857433+ 8923 | 3:06 PM Le Mans station | 1h47 | 4:53 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
857323 | 4:41 PM Le Mans station | 1h39 | 6:20 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Le Mans to Nantes run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 4:47 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
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 Le Mans 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 Le Mans to Nantes trains use the Le Mans to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Haluchère-Batignolles. Use this guide to compare Le Mans and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Le Mans has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Un des Sens, Le Grenier à Sel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Mans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Mans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Mans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Le Mans Centre, Ibis Le Mans Centre, Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare.
Le Mans, Hôpital is 2 km from Le Mans city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Mans, Hôpital has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available in the station. ATMs are located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans, Hôpital.
Available at Le Mans, Hôpital: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans, Hôpital: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
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.
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