- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Paris will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 17 trains that leave Nantes for Paris on Tue, Jul 07, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
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8804Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $239 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Paris:
A bus is $38 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Paris costing on average $69 (€56).
A bus is $208 (€171) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Paris costing on average $239 (€196).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
The journey is about 48m faster (3h 18m by train vs 4h 6m by car) and roughly $60 (€49) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($69 (€56) vs $129 (€106)). 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 SNCF | TGV INOUI, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Paris trains for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8860 | 5:08 AM Nantes station | 2h29 | 7:37 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | 6:04 AM Nantes station | 2h11 | 8:15 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 7:04 AM Nantes station | 2h12 | 9:16 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12460 | 7:04 AM Nantes station | 2h12 | 9:16 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
858308+ 8604 | 7:05 AM Nantes station | 3h04 | 10:09 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8808 | 8:07 AM Nantes station | 2h06 | 10:13 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8810 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 2h10 | 11:14 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
857708+ 8610 | 9:44 AM Nantes station | 3h31 | 1:15 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8916 | 12:09 PM Nantes station | 2h01 | 2:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12466 | 12:09 PM Nantes station | 2h01 | 2:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8874 | 1:04 PM Nantes station | 2h18 | 3:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8814 | 2:03 PM Nantes station | 2h05 | 4:08 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
858356+ 8722 | 2:05 PM Nantes station | 3h00 | 5:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8922 | 3:04 PM Nantes station | 2h18 | 5:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12472 | 3:04 PM Nantes station | 2h18 | 5:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
857320+ 8074 | 3:44 PM Nantes station | 3h05 | 6:49 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
858374+ 8690 | 4:05 PM Nantes station | 2h59 | 7:04 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8984 | 5:08 PM Nantes station | 2h09 | 7:17 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12496 | 7:07 PM Nantes station | 2h20 | 9:27 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8986 | 7:07 PM Nantes station | 2h20 | 9:27 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nantes to Paris run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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A lively central neighborhood known for elegant mansions, boutiques, museums, and a dense network of charming old streets.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, ideal for a classic city walk.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a Paris breakfast staple and one of the city’s most iconic bakery items.
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Grand historic restaurant inside Gare De Lyon, known for ornate interiors and classic French cuisine in an upscale setting.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Paris trains use the Gare de Nantes to Paris Gare Montparnasse station pair, with some services arriving at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Paris 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.
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Chantenay is 3 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Chantenay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chantenay.
ATMs are available at Chantenay.
Available at Chantenay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chantenay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chantenay.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV 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: I Love Paris by Guy Martin, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
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