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The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Showing times and prices for Dec 23
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Nazaire 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-Nazaire to Nantes will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Fast trains
Of the 33 trains that leave Saint-Nazaire for Nantes on Tue, Dec 23, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
891208:23AM0h35
Saint-Nazaire station08:58AMNantes station
$121One-way
0 transfers
85802806:41PM0h49
La Croix de Méan07:30PMNantes station
$131One-way
0 transfers
85802003:41PM0h45
La Croix de Méan04:26PMNantes station
$131One-way
0 transfers
85802605:39PM0h49
Penhoët06:28PMNantes station
$131One-way
0 transfers
85802605:41PM0h47
La Croix de Méan06:28PMNantes station
$131One-way
0 transfers
891208:23AM0h35
Saint-Nazaire station08:58AMNantes station
$121One-way
0 transfers
892202:23PM0h35
Saint-Nazaire station02:58PMNantes station
$131One-way
0 transfers
85801210:15AM0h37
Saint-Nazaire station10:52AMNantes station
$161One-way
0 transfers
85806211:15AM0h37
Saint-Nazaire station11:52AMNantes station
$161One-way
0 transfers
85806601:10PM0h38
Saint-Nazaire station01:48PMNantes station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Saint-Nazaire - NantesCompare SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF
$6
35m
25 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
$12
34m
7 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
$21
37m
14 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Saint-Nazaire to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Nantes trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:47 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 858017 · 858070 | On time 1:18 PM La Croix de Méan | 1h30 | 2:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 858017 · 858070 | On time 1:20 PM Penhoët | 1h28 | 2:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 8922 | On time 1:23 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 1:58 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858070 | On time 2:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 2:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858020 | On time 2:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 3:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858020 | On time 2:39 PM Penhoët | 0h47 | 3:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858020 | On time 2:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 3:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858072 | On time 3:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 3:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858024 | On time 3:34 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 4:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858024 | On time 3:37 PM Penhoët | 0h47 | 4:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858024 | On time 3:39 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 4:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858074 | On time 4:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 4:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8926 | On time 4:23 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 4:58 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858026 | On time 4:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h52 | 5:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858026 | On time 4:39 PM Penhoët | 0h49 | 5:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858026 | On time 4:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h47 | 5:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858076 | On time 5:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 5:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858028 | On time 5:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h54 | 6:30 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858028 | On time 5:39 PM Penhoët | 0h51 | 6:30 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858028 | On time 5:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h49 | 6:30 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858027 · 858080 | On time 6:21 PM La Croix de Méan | 1h27 | 7:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 858027 · 858080 | On time 6:24 PM Penhoët | 1h24 | 7:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| 858056 | On time 7:10 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 7:48 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8912 | On time 7:23 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 7:58 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858008 | On time 7:36 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 8:26 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858008 | On time 7:39 AM Penhoët | 0h47 | 8:26 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858008 | On time 7:41 AM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 8:26 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858057 · 858058 | On time 7:43 AM Penhoët | 1h05 | 8:48 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 858058 | On time 8:10 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 8:48 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858007 · 858012 | On time 8:17 AM La Croix de Méan | 1h35 | 9:52 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 858007 · 858012 | On time 8:20 AM Penhoët | 1h32 | 9:52 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 858012 | On time 9:15 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h37 | 9:52 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858062 | On time 10:15 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h37 | 10:52 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858064 | On time 11:10 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 11:48 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858016 | On time 11:36 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 12:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858016 | On time 11:38 AM Penhoët | 0h48 | 12:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858016 | On time 11:41 AM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 12:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858066 | On time 12:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 12:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858018 | On time 12:34 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 1:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858018 | On time 12:37 PM Penhoët | 0h47 | 1:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 858018 | On time 12:39 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 1:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
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Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes run on average 28 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 34m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 23:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Saint-Nazaire and Nantes from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER
About
SNCF TER (Transport Express Régional) is the regional train service operated by France's national railway company, SNCF. It provides low-cost travel within France's regions, connecting towns and areas not served by high-speed trains. Each French region independently manages its own TER network, offering various ticket types, including discount cards and special fares. TER trains are used by over 800,000 passengers daily and are a popular choice for both commuters and tourists exploring France's diverse landscapes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
SNCF TER frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at train ends
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar or food trolley service on some routes, vending machines available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a "Bistro TGV INOUI" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
TGV INOUI frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
SNCF
About
SNCF is France’s national railway company, operating a vast network of high-speed, regional, and local train services across the country and into neighboring nations. Its flagship TGV trains reach speeds of up to 320 km/h, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, and Lille in just a few hours. SNCF also runs popular regional services like TER and international routes including Eurostar, Thalys, and TGV Lyria. Ticket options range from budget-friendly fares to flexible and premium classes, catering to every type of traveler. Onboard amenities may include spacious seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and catering services, making SNCF a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to explore France and beyond.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
SNCF frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
In Nantes, you can explore Les Machines de l'Île, featuring mechanical animals and rides inspired by Jules Verne, and visit the Musée d'Arts de Nantes to see European paintings and contemporary works. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Bouffay district with its restaurants and bars, or take a scenic cruise on the Erdre River. Reflect on history at the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery. Don't miss the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, Jardin des Plantes, Passage Pommeraye, and Île de Versailles for a mix of history, architecture, and tranquility.
Two to three days in Nantes is typically enough to explore its main attractions, such as the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de l'Île, and the vibrant arts scene, while also enjoying the local cuisine and atmosphere.
Yes, a day trip from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes is feasible. The journey takes only 34m and the distance is 30 miles (49 km). There are 28 trains per day.
The train journey from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes offers scenic views of the Loire River, lush countryside, and charming French villages, providing a picturesque experience for travelers.
Train ticket prices from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $6 (€5), while the average price is around $13 (€11).
The distance by train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes is 30 miles (49 km).
The first train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes leaves at 1:45 AM.
The cheapest way to get from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The last train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes leaves at 11:00 PM.
The train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes takes 34m and runs 28 per day.
The train station in Saint-Nazaire that goes to Nantes is Saint-Nazaire station, which connects to Nantes station.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes.
Yes, you can take the train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes.
Yes, there is a direct train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes. This service operates 23 times per day, provided by SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Saint-Nazaire
Nantes
The major train station for departures in Saint-Nazaire is Saint-Nazaire. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Saint-Nazaire for your trip from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Gare.
Dining
- Le Skipper
- Le Ponton
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Saint-Nazaire
- Hotel Aquilon
- Comfort Hotel de l'Europe Saint Nazaire
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 120 places, partly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Hall 3: access to parking and taxis
Public transit options for Saint-Nazaire
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line T1
- Taxi: Available outside the station
Penhoët
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
La Croix de Méan
Amenities at train station
DiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingThe major train station for arrivals in Nantes is Gare de Nantes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gare de Nantes for your journey to Nantes from Saint-Nazaire.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
15Wifi
- Free
Parking
- 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.
Dining
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.80
Hotel
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 120 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transit options for Gare de Nantes
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
Amenities at train station
DiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmChantenay
Amenities at train station
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