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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
535 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nantes for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 535 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 1 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 2 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.
10:04 AM6h02Nantes4:06 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$1501One-way0 transfers- 12:04 PM5h01Nantes5:05 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$2001One-way0 transfers
- 10:54 AM5h12Nantes4:06 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$2651One-way0 transfers
- 12:04 PM5h01Nantes5:05 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$2001One-way0 transfers
- 10:54 AM5h12Nantes4:06 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$2651One-way0 transfers
- 10:04 AM6h02Nantes4:06 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$1501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 332 miles (535 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $104 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $237 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $104 (€83).
A bus is $92 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $165 (€132).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Bus takes on average 12h 12m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (5h 20m by train vs 6h 52m by car) and roughly $71 (€57) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($165 (€132) vs $237 (€189)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:04 AM Nantes | 6h05 | 1:09 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:04 AM Nantes | 5h02 | 1:06 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:09 AM Nantes | 4h57 | 4:06 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:04 PM Nantes | 5h02 | 6:06 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
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Trains from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 16:08. The fastest train covers the 332 miles (535 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 332 miles (535 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 4:08 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Nantes to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
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Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
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Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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