The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Stuttgart
Cheapest price
$278
Average price
$312
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
816 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Stuttgart is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Stuttgart will cost around $312 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $278.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Stuttgart without transferring at least once.
8916 · 957712:09 PM6h55Nantes station7:04 PMStuttgart Hbf$2781One-way1 transfer
12462 · 95759:04 AM8h00Nantes station5:04 PMStuttgart Hbf$3011One-way1 transfer
8874 · 9531+
95791:04 PM8h10Nantes station9:14 PMStuttgart Hbf$3061One-way2 transfers
5480+
95792:08 PM7h06Nantes station9:14 PMStuttgart Hbf$3121One-way1 transfer
12462 · 12125+
95799:04 AM12h10Nantes station9:14 PMStuttgart Hbf$3381One-way2 transfers
8916 · 957712:09 PM6h55Nantes station7:04 PMStuttgart Hbf$2781One-way1 transfer
5480+
95792:08 PM7h06Nantes station9:14 PMStuttgart Hbf$3121One-way1 transfer
12462 · 95759:04 AM8h00Nantes station5:04 PMStuttgart Hbf$3011One-way1 transfer
8874 · 9531+
95791:04 PM8h10Nantes station9:14 PMStuttgart Hbf$3061One-way2 transfers
12462 · 12125 · 95779:04 AM10h00Nantes station7:04 PMStuttgart Hbf$3381One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Stuttgart
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 507 miles (816 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$202 Average price | $206 Average price | $88 Average price Cheapest | $301 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 28m Average total duration 14h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Stuttgart:
A bus is $114 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Stuttgart costing on average $202 (€161).
A bus is $118 (€94) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Stuttgart costing on average $206 (€165).
Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 32m.
Bus takes on average 14h 58m.
The journey is about 4h 45m faster (5h 32m by train vs 10h 17m by car) and roughly $99 (€79) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($202 (€161) vs $301 (€241)). 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 Stuttgart train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Stuttgart 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8912 · 2421 · 9577 | On time 9:04 AM Nantes station | 10h00 | 7:04 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8912 · 2421+ 9579 | On time 9:04 AM Nantes station | 12h10 | 9:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8912 · 2421 · 9575 | On time 9:04 AM Nantes station | 8h10 | 5:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8912 · 9575 | On time 9:04 AM Nantes station | 8h10 | 5:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8868 · 9577 | 11:04 AM Nantes station | 8h00 | 7:04 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8868 · 2431+ 9579 | 11:04 AM Nantes station | 10h10 | 9:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8868 · 2431 · 9577 | 11:04 AM Nantes station | 8h00 | 7:04 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
858350+ 8720 · 9577 | 12:05 PM Nantes station | 6h59 | 7:04 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
858350+ 8720 · 9577+ 9579 | 12:05 PM Nantes station | 9h09 | 9:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3 transfers | |
8814 · 9531+ 9579 | 2:04 PM Nantes station | 7h10 | 9:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 2 transfers | |
5480+ 9579 | 2:08 PM Nantes station | 7h06 | 9:14 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Stuttgart
Trains from Nantes to Stuttgart run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€75) but you can travel from only $48 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 507 miles (816 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 507 miles (816 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€75) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV from Nantes to Stuttgart trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Nantes and Stuttgart from $48 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Stuttgart
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Stuttgart
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
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