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Musée d'histoire de Nantes
Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to Nantes will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 5 trains from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to Nantes, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
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Trains from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to Nantes trains for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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859122 | On time 4:26 PM Gare de Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | 1h19 | 5:45 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
859126 | 6:04 PM Gare de Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | 1h20 | 7:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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859136 | 9:03 AM Gare de Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | 1h17 | 10:20 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
75038 | 1:50 PM Gare de Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | 1h52 | 3:42 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
859140 | 3:39 PM Gare de Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | 1h11 | 4:50 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major city-history museum inside the ducal castle. Strong multimedia displays explain Nantes from medieval power to port history.
Important fine arts museum with old masters, modern works and a striking contemporary extension. One of western France’s best.
Fascinating memorial museum beneath the quay recounting the transatlantic slave trade and abolition with powerful documentation.
Creative riverside site with giant mechanical creatures, terraces and industrial heritage. One of Nantes’s most memorable walking areas.
Large central garden with botanical collections, greenhouses, sculptures and shaded paths. Ideal for a calm break near the station.
Historic pedestrian quarter of half-timbered houses, small lanes and lively squares. Best area for wandering old Nantes on foot.
Butter cake from Nantes flavored with dark rum and almond. A 19th-century local classic linked to the port's trade history.
Crisp butter biscuits from Nantes, created in the late 19th century. A famous local snack often eaten with coffee or tea.
Muscadet white wine from vineyards near Nantes. Dry, light, and famously paired with Atlantic seafood and local shellfish.
Established fine dining restaurant serving seasonal French cuisine with a modern touch in an intimate, elegant room.
Michelin-starred restaurant by Éric Guérin, offering refined creative cuisine in a polished, destination-style dining experience.
Well-known Nantes crêperie specializing in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes in a relaxed, central setting.
Moderate for France: trams are affordable, casual meals are fair, but hotels and central dining can cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie to Nantes trains use the Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Nantes Pirmil. Use this guide to compare Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie is 1 km from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Banc des Sardines, La Cotriade
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Gilles-Croix-De-Vie.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Ker Louis, Hotel La Sterne, Hotel Edena.
Gare de Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Nantes Pirmil is 2 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nantes Pirmil has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Nantes Pirmil. ATMs are aTMs are available in the station.
Ticket office support is available at Nantes Pirmil.
Available at Nantes Pirmil: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nantes Pirmil: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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