- Must visit
Musée d'arts de Nantes
Major fine arts museum with collections from Old Masters to contemporary art in a restored palace and modern extension.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisieux to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisieux to Nantes will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lisieux for Nantes on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisieux to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $258.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $336 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lisieux to Nantes:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisieux to Nantes costing on average $69 (€56).
A bus is $273 (€223) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisieux to Nantes costing on average $336 (€274).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
Flight takes on average 5h 3m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (3h 1m by train vs 3h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $69 (€56) compared to roughly $57 (€46) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lisieux to Nantes trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3338+ 8807+ 852404 | Delayed 6:47 AM 8:21 AMLe Grand-Jardin | 5h59 | 2:20 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
3338+ 8807 | On time 8:47 AM Gare de Lisieux | 5h33 | 2:20 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
16558+ 8879+ 852343 | 12:04 PM Gare de Lisieux | 5h50 | 5:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
857118+ 8881+ 852347 | 2:04 PM Gare de Lisieux | 4h50 | 6:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
3341+ 853622 · 857333 | 3:39 PM Gare de Lisieux | 4h38 | 8:17 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
853624 · 857329+ 852082 | 5:13 PM Gare de Lisieux | 4h05 | 9:18 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
3380+ 8827 | 5:44 PM Gare de Lisieux | 5h40 | 11:24 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lisieux to Nantes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 9:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.
Major fine arts museum with collections from Old Masters to contemporary art in a restored palace and modern extension.
Powerful interpretive memorial museum-space along the Loire documenting Nantes' role in the slave trade and abolition history.
Well-regarded natural history museum known for zoology, fossils, and family-friendly displays in a historic building.
Creative riverside district blending industrial heritage, contemporary architecture, public art, and major cultural attractions.
Historic quarter with medieval street patterns, lively squares, and many of the city's best-known walking routes.
Large botanical garden near the station, popular for landscaped lawns, greenhouses, sculptures, and seasonal displays.
A classic Nantes sauce of butter, shallots, and white wine or Muscadet, traditionally served with local river or Atlantic fish. It is one of the city’s signature culinary creations.
Pike-perch served with beurre blanc, a dish closely associated with Nantes and the Loire. It highlights the region’s river fish and the city’s most famous sauce.
Tender lamb’s lettuce grown around Nantes, often served simply in salads. It is a well-known local product valued for its delicate texture and fresh flavor.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the Loire, known for elegant contemporary cuisine rooted in the region. Best for a special fine-dining experience.
Well-known traditional crêperie serving Breton galettes and crêpes in a relaxed, dependable setting. A good casual option for regional comfort food.
Historic Nantes brasserie opposite the opera house, famous for seafood, regional classics, and an ornate Belle Époque interior. A landmark choice for a classic city meal.
Moderate for France. Good-value lunches and transit, while hotels and dinner in central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 is appreciated for good service; tips are modest, not expected. Round up taxis.
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Gare De Nantes -> Place Du Commerce, Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisieux 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 Lisieux to Nantes trains use the Lisieux to Gare de Nantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisieux and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lisieux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Drakkar, La Coupole
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lisieux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lisieux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lisieux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisieux: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisieux: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Lisieux, Hotel Mercure Lisieux Normandie, Hotel Saint-Louis.
Le Grand-Jardin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Le Grand-Jardin.
ATMs are available at Le Grand-Jardin.
Available at Le Grand-Jardin: Parking, WC.
Available at Le Grand-Jardin: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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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