The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 9 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Nantes station on Fri, Jun 19, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
88793:36 PM2h18Paris Gare Montparnasse5:54 PMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
880712:20 PM2h00Paris Gare Montparnasse2:20 PMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
89739:35 AM2h19Paris Gare Montparnasse11:54 AMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
88175:15 PM2h05Paris Gare Montparnasse7:20 PMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
89139:35 AM2h19Paris Gare Montparnasse11:54 AMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
880712:20 PM2h00Paris Gare Montparnasse2:20 PMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
88134:19 PM2h04Paris Gare Montparnasse6:23 PMNantes station$1751One-way0 transfers
88175:15 PM2h05Paris Gare Montparnasse7:20 PMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
88793:36 PM2h18Paris Gare Montparnasse5:54 PMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
89739:35 AM2h19Paris Gare Montparnasse11:54 AMNantes station$1231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station 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 train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 213 miles (343 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station costing on average $62 (€51).
A bus is $172 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station costing on average $191 (€156).
Other travel options to Nantes station take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 43m.
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
The journey is about 1h 4m faster (2h 42m by train vs 3h 46m by car) and roughly $66 (€54) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 (€51) vs $128 (€105)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8973 | 9:35 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h19 | 11:54 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | 9:35 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h19 | 11:54 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12215+ 858341 | 10:57 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h55 | 1:52 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8807 | 12:20 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h00 | 2:20 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12471 | 12:34 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h20 | 2:54 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8921 | 12:34 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h20 | 2:54 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8879 | 3:36 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h18 | 5:54 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8813 | 4:19 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h04 | 6:23 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8817 | 5:15 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h05 | 7:20 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:39, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (343 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 213 miles (343 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 7:39 AM |
Last train 7:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Nantes station from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station 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 Nantes station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare de Lyon to Nantes station
- 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
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