The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Saint-Malo
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Saint-Malo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Saint-Malo will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Saint-Malo without transferring at least once.
7:05 AM2h30Nantes9:35 AMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
8:05 AM2h34Nantes10:39 AMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
11:43 AM3h54Nantes3:37 PMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
2:05 PM3h30Nantes5:35 PMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
5:05 PM2h33Nantes7:38 PMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
7:05 AM2h30Nantes9:35 AMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
5:05 PM2h33Nantes7:38 PMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
8:05 AM2h34Nantes10:39 AMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
7:05 PM2h37Nantes9:42 PMSt Malo$731One-way1 transfer
12:59 PM2h38Nantes3:37 PMSt Malo$831One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nantes to Saint-Malo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Saint-Malo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Saint-Malo:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Saint-Malo costing on average $82 (€67).
Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 7m by train vs 2h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $82 (€67) compared to roughly $35 (€29) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nantes to Saint-Malo train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Saint-Malo trains for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:44 AM Nantes | 4h17 | 10:01 AM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:42 AM Nantes | 3h19 | 10:01 AM Saint-malo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Nantes | 2h30 | 9:35 AM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Nantes | 2h34 | 10:39 AM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:43 AM Nantes | 3h54 | 3:37 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:59 PM Nantes | 2h38 | 3:37 PM St Malo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:14 PM Nantes | 3h05 | 4:19 PM Saint-malo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Nantes | 3h30 | 5:35 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Nantes | 2h33 | 7:38 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:14 PM Nantes | 3h21 | 8:35 PM St Malo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:02 PM Nantes | 3h04 | 9:06 PM Saint-malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Nantes | 2h37 | 9:42 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Nantes | 11h27 | 7:32 AM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:19 PM Nantes | 11h13 | 7:32 AM St Malo | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Saint-Malo
Trains from Nantes to Saint-Malo run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $51 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 8:19 PM |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Saint-Malo trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Saint-Malo from $51 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Saint-Malo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Saint-Malo 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 Saint-Malo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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