The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
535 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lyon Saint Exupery Airport for Nantes on Fri, May 08, 2 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 535 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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.
7:55 AM5h25Lyon Saint Exupery Airport1:20 PMNantes$1151One-way0 transfers
7:58 AM5h22Lyon Saint Exupery Airport1:20 PMNantes$1731One-way0 transfers
7:58 AM5h22Lyon Saint Exupery Airport1:20 PMNantes$1731One-way0 transfers
7:55 AM5h25Lyon Saint Exupery Airport1:20 PMNantes$1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 332 miles (535 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$150 Average price | $88 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $235 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes costing on average $88 (€70).
A bus is $80 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes costing on average $150 (€120).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 46m.
Bus takes on average 13h 31m.
The journey is about 48m faster (5h 46m by train vs 6h 34m by car) and roughly $85 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($150 (€120) vs $235 (€188)). 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.
Live departures
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:54 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h59 | 3:53 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes
Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 332 miles (535 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 332 miles (535 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 7:58 AM |
Last train 4:54 PM |
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Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Nantes from $40 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Nantes
- 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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