The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Chartres
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Chartres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Chartres will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nantes for Chartres on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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.
11:04 AM3h44Nantes2:48 PMChartres$581One-way0 transfers
12:04 PM3h46Nantes3:50 PMChartres$591One-way0 transfers
7:08 AM2h41Nantes9:49 AMChartres$591One-way0 transfers
2:44 PM3h01Nantes5:45 PMChartres$721One-way0 transfers
7:08 AM2h41Nantes9:49 AMChartres$591One-way0 transfers
2:44 PM3h01Nantes5:45 PMChartres$721One-way0 transfers
11:04 AM3h44Nantes2:48 PMChartres$581One-way0 transfers
12:04 PM3h46Nantes3:50 PMChartres$591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Nantes to Chartres
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Chartres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Chartres:
A train is $96 (€77) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Chartres costing on average $155 (€125).
Other travel options to Chartres take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Flight takes on average 4h 14m.
The journey is about 17m faster (2h 49m by train vs 3h 6m by car) and roughly $45 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($59 (€48) vs $104 (€84)). 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 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 Chartres train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Chartres trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:08 PM Nantes | 4h14 | 5:22 PM Chartres | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
![]() | 7:08 AM Nantes | 2h41 | 9:49 AM Chartres | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:04 AM Nantes | 3h44 | 2:48 PM Chartres | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Chartres
Trains from Nantes to Chartres run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:06, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 4:06 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Chartres trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Chartres from $38 (€31). 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 Chartres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Chartres 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 Chartres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Chartres
- 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, 24 hours. Access via Place Pierre Semard
- Le Georges
- Café Bleu
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- The Originals Boutique, Hotel Les Poèmes de Chartres
- Mercure Chartres Centre Cathédrale
- Timhotel Chartres Cathédrale
- Located in the main hall
- 310 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Paris and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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