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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$195
Average price
$215
Fastest journey
10 h 28 m
Average duration
10 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
712 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Barcelona will cost around $215 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $195.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nantes for Barcelona on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 712 km distance in an average of 10 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 28 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 10 h 28 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.
9:04 AM10h28Nantes7:32 PMBarcelona$1951One-way0 transfers- 10:04 AM10h28Nantes8:32 PMBarcelona$2351One-way0 transfers
- 10:04 AM10h28Nantes8:32 PMBarcelona$2351One-way0 transfers
- 9:04 AM10h28Nantes7:32 PMBarcelona$1951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $134.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$265 Average price | $193 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $282 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Barcelona:
A bus is $114 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Barcelona costing on average $193 (€156).
A bus is $186 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Barcelona costing on average $265 (€215).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 22m.
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
Tickets start at around $265 (€215) compared to roughly $282 (€228) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 9h 22m versus 9h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Nantes to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:04 AM Nantes | 10h28 | 7:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:04 AM Nantes | 10h28 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Barcelona
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Trains from Nantes to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $134 (€108) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 10h 28m.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average train duration 9h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€108) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 28m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 4:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Barcelona from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
DiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingCar Rental
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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