- Must visit
Musée Christian Dior
Set in Christian Dior’s childhood villa, this museum explores the designer’s life, haute couture legacy, and sea-facing garden above Granville.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$55
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$61
Fastest journey on Sep 21
3 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
3 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 21
2
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Granville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Granville will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 2 trains from Nantes to Granville, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Granville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a flight costs an average of $808.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$102 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $808 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Granville:
A bus is $81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Granville costing on average $102.
A bus is $787 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Granville costing on average $808.
Other travel options to Granville take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 12m.
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around $102 compared to roughly $44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-58.14. The journey takes 4h 12m versus 2h 39m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Granville trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:05 PM Nantes | 5h57 | 7:02 PM Granville | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:02 PM Nantes | 4h29 | 10:31 PM Granville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nantes to Granville run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 but you can travel from only $15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 9:04 PM |
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Discover the best of Granville — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Granville trip today.
Set in Christian Dior’s childhood villa, this museum explores the designer’s life, haute couture legacy, and sea-facing garden above Granville.
This municipal museum in the old town presents Granville’s history, archaeology, and art collections inside a characterful heritage setting.
This small aquarium-museum focuses on marine life and shells, making it a family-friendly stop tied to Granville’s maritime environment.
Granville’s old walled quarter is the essential area to explore for sea views, granite houses, historic lanes, and the town’s strongest atmosphere.
This long beach is Granville’s main seaside promenade area, ideal for coastal walks, views to the Chausey islands, and a classic resort atmosphere.
This cliffside garden around the Dior villa is one of Granville’s prettiest open spaces, combining formal planting, sea views, and cultural appeal.
Granville-style mussels are local bouchot mussels cooked simply, often with cream or cider. They reflect the town’s strong fishing and shellfish tradition.
Fresh oysters from nearby Normandy beds are prized for their briny, mineral taste. They are a classic local seafood experience on the Channel coast.
Whelks are sea snails commonly served cold with mayonnaise. They are a traditional Norman seaside snack tied to local shellfish harvesting.
Well-regarded traditional crêperie serving galettes, crêpes, and Norman cider in a relaxed setting. Ideal for a classic casual regional meal.
Established fine dining venue associated with chef Hébert, offering creative seasonal cuisine with strong seafood emphasis and a more formal atmosphere.
Elegant seafood-focused restaurant known for refined Norman cooking and harbor proximity. A good choice for a polished meal featuring local fish and shellfish.
Moderate for coastal France: hotels rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local transport is limited but not costly versus larger resort towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Granville -> Cours Jonville, Granville
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Granville 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 Granville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Granville trains use the Gare de Nantes to Granville station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Granville train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Granville 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 options include: Parfum Poivre, La Citadelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Granville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Granville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Granville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Granville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Granville: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Granville Le Grand Large, Hôtel des Bains, Ibis Granville Port de Plaisance.
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