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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 on Sep 20
$125
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$268
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Nantes will cost around $268 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Nantes without transferring at least once.
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9898 · 5354Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $451.
Distance: 362 miles (583 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$221 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $451 Average price | $246 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Nantes:
A bus is $134 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Nantes costing on average $221.
A bus is $363 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Nantes costing on average $451.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 27m.
Bus takes on average 11h 21m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (6h 27m by train vs 7h 58m by car) and roughly $25 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($221 vs $246). 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.
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 Montpellier to Nantes trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:42 PM Montpellier | 15h12 | 11:54 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
9898 · 5354 | 6:29 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 8h21 | 2:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
12330 · 8875 | 8:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h00 | 3:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
6871 · 6616 · 8811 | 10:02 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h51 | 4:53 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
5500 · 5386+ 857779 | 1:57 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h53 | 9:50 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
6258 · 8887 | 2:51 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 7h03 | 9:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Montpellier to Nantes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 but you can travel from only $24 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 362 miles (583 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 362 miles (583 km) |
Average train duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 9:48 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 Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Nantes trains use the Montpellier-Sud-de-France to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Haluchère-Batignolles. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France 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: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
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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