The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Dax
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$189
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
7 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Dax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Dax will cost around $189 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Dax without transferring at least once.
7:43 AM7h53Nantes3:36 PMDax$1801One-way1 transfer
5:55 PM12h35Nantes6:30 AMDax$1801One-way1 transfer
11:47 AM5h45Nantes5:32 PMDax$1991One-way1 transfer
3:59 PM5h36Nantes9:35 PMDax$1991One-way1 transfer
3:59 PM5h36Nantes9:35 PMDax$1991One-way1 transfer
11:47 AM5h45Nantes5:32 PMDax$1991One-way1 transfer
7:43 AM7h53Nantes3:36 PMDax$1801One-way1 transfer
5:55 PM12h35Nantes6:30 AMDax$1801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Nantes to Dax
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Dax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 243 miles (392 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Dax:
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Dax costing on average $122 (€99).
A bus is $93 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Dax costing on average $164 (€132).
Other travel options to Dax take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 45m.
Flight takes on average 9h 40m.
Tickets start at around $122 (€99) compared to roughly $140 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€14). The journey takes 5h 45m versus 5h 0m 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 Dax train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Dax trains for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:47 AM Nantes | 5h45 | 3:32 PM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:47 AM Nantes | 5h45 | 4:32 PM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:59 PM Nantes | 5h39 | 7:38 PM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Dax
Trains from Nantes to Dax run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 243 miles (392 km) distance in 5h 39m.
Distance 243 miles (392 km) |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Dax trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Dax from $41 (€33). 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 Dax
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Dax 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 Dax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Dax
- 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.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Cuisine à Domicile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Miradour
- Le Richelieu
- Hôtel de Jouvence
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Couralin Grand Dax
- Several local bus lines available
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