The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nantes for Brive-la-Gaillarde on Wed, May 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 331 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 36 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 7 h 15 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 PM7h14Nantes9:00 PMBrive-la-Gaillarde$601One-way0 transfers
12:46 PM7h15Nantes8:01 PMBrive-la-Gaillarde$651One-way0 transfers
4:26 AM6h36Nantes11:02 AMBrive-la-Gaillarde$841One-way0 transfers
4:26 AM6h36Nantes11:02 AMBrive-la-Gaillarde$841One-way0 transfers
1:46 PM7h14Nantes9:00 PMBrive-la-Gaillarde$601One-way0 transfers
12:46 PM7h15Nantes8:01 PMBrive-la-Gaillarde$651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $248.
Distance: 205 miles (331 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $375 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 40m Average total duration 16h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde costing on average $87 (€70).
A bus is $317 (€256) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde costing on average $375 (€303).
Other travel options to Brive-la-Gaillarde take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Flight takes on average 16h 40m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€70) compared to roughly $101 (€82) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€12). The journey takes 5h 54m versus 4h 57m 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 Brive-la-Gaillarde train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:46 PM Nantes | 7h15 | 8:01 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:46 PM Nantes | 7h14 | 9:00 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde
Trains from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 205 miles (331 km) distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 205 miles (331 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 3:54 AM |
Last train 10:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde trainsSNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Brive-la-Gaillarde from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde 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 Brive-la-Gaillarde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Brive-la-Gaillarde
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue Jean Jaurès.
- Restaurant Le France
- La Table d'Olivier
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Best Western Hotel Le Quercy
- Hotel Le Collonges
- Ibis Styles Brive La Gaillarde
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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