The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Périgueux
Cheapest price
$231
Average price
$231
Fastest journey
8 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Périgueux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Périgueux will cost around $231 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $231.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Périgueux without transferring at least 2 times.
12462+
3635+
L31 (868231)9:04 AM8h29Nantes station5:33 PMPérigueux station$2311One-way2 transfers
12462+
3635+
L31 (868231)9:04 AM8h29Nantes station5:33 PMPérigueux station$2311One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Périgueux
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Périgueux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $361 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 23m Average total duration 15h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Périgueux:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Périgueux costing on average $98 (€79).
A bus is $312 (€253) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Périgueux costing on average $361 (€292).
Other travel options to Périgueux take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 2m.
Flight takes on average 15h 23m.
Tickets start at around $98 (€79) compared to roughly $87 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.94 (€-8.85). The journey takes 6h 2m versus 4h 18m 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 Périgueux train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Périgueux trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12462+ 3635+ L31 (868231) | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 8h29 | 5:33 PM Périgueux station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Périgueux
Trains from Nantes to Périgueux run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 5:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Nantes to Périgueux trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Périgueux from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Périgueux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Périgueux 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 Périgueux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Périgueux
- 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
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with access from Rue Denis Papin.
- Le Clos Saint-Front
- L'Essentiel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- The Originals City, Hotel Regina
- Mercure Périgueux Centre Hotel
- Ibis Périgueux Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 20 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections
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