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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Bourges
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Bourges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Bourges will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nantes for Bourges on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
1:46 PM3h11Nantes4:57 PMBourges$471One-way0 transfers- 12:46 PM3h11Nantes3:57 PMBourges$671One-way0 transfers
- 1:46 PM3h11Nantes4:57 PMBourges$471One-way0 transfers
- 12:46 PM3h11Nantes3:57 PMBourges$671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nantes to Bourges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Bourges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Bourges:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Bourges costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Bourges take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
The journey is about 9m faster (3h 26m by train vs 3h 35m by car) and roughly $70 (€57) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($49 (€40) vs $119 (€98)). 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 | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nantes to Bourges train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Bourges trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:48 AM Nantes | 3h07 | 1:55 PM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:46 PM Nantes | 3h11 | 3:57 PM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 2:44 PM Nantes | 4h29 | 7:13 PM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | Intercités, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) or SNCF | TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Nantes to Bourges.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Bourges
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Trains from Nantes to Bourges run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Nantes to Bourges trainsSNCF | Intercités, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Bourges from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Bourges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Bourges 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 Bourges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Bourges
Most Nantes to Bourges trains use the Gare de Nantes to Bourges station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Bourges train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do trains to Bourges leave from?
Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre
Gare de Nantes train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Which Bourges station do trains from Nantes arrive at?
Getting to Bourges from Bourges city centre
Bourges is 1 km from Bourges city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourges train station facilities and services
Bourges has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Restaurant Louis XI, Le Beauvoir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bourges. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bourges. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bourges: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bourges: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourges: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Bourges, Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges, Hotel Le Christina.
Most popular train connections from Nantes
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