The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Tarbes
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
7 h 38 m
Average duration
11 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Tarbes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Tarbes will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nantes for Tarbes on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 461 km distance in an average of 11 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 38 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 15 h 26 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.
10:47 AM7h38Nantes6:25 PMTarbes$811One-way0 transfers
5:12 PM15h26Nantes8:38 AMTarbes$1601One-way0 transfers
10:47 AM7h38Nantes6:25 PMTarbes$811One-way0 transfers
5:12 PM15h26Nantes8:38 AMTarbes$1601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Tarbes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Tarbes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 286 miles (461 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$144 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price | $195 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Tarbes:
A bus is $82 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Tarbes costing on average $144 (€117).
A bus is $127 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Tarbes costing on average $190 (€154).
Other travel options to Tarbes take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 58m.
Flight takes on average 12h 11m.
Tickets start at around $144 (€117) compared to roughly $195 (€158) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $50 (€41). The journey takes 7h 16m versus 5h 36m 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 Tarbes train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Tarbes trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:59 PM Nantes | 7h26 | 9:25 PM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:12 PM Nantes | 15h26 | 8:38 AM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
![]() | 10:47 AM Nantes | 7h38 | 6:25 PM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Tarbes
Trains from Nantes to Tarbes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 286 miles (461 km) distance in 7h 26m.
Distance 286 miles (461 km) |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€56) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 26m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Nantes to Tarbes trainsSNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Tarbes from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Tarbes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Tarbes 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 Tarbes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Tarbes
- 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
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Avenue de la Marne
- Le Patati
- L'Aragon
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Le Rex Hotel
- ibis Tarbes Odos
- Hôtel Foch
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and TER trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
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