The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
10 h 28 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
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 $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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8864 · 9715Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 €27. 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 €27, and a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€179 Average price | €114 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest |
9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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8864 · 9715 | On time 7:04 AM Nantes station | 13h28 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | ||
858322+ 8606 · 9715 | On time 7:05 AM Nantes station | 13h27 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | ||
8912 · 9715 | On time 8:04 AM Nantes station | 12h28 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | ||
857708+ 8710 · 9715 | On time 8:44 AM Nantes station | 11h48 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | ||
8868 · 9715 | On time 10:04 AM Nantes station | 10h28 | 8:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Barcelona
Trains from Nantes to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€84) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average train duration 9h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€84) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 25m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 16:34 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Nantes to Barcelona trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Barcelona from $31 (€25). 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
- 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
- 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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