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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$14
Fastest journey on Sep 20
35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
35 m
Trains on Sep 20
20
Distance
49 km
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.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 20 trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes, including 16 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 37 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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860004Omio 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 an average ticket price of $4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, while a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$15 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes:
A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes costing on average $15.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 58m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (43m by train vs 57m by car). Tickets start at around $15 compared to roughly $14 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF Aléop, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Nantes trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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858072 | Delayed 2:15 PM 4:10 PMSaint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 2:53 PM 2:53 PMNantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8926+ 858045 | On time 5:12 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h46 | 5:58 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8926+ 858045 | On time 5:15 PM Penhoët | 0h43 | 5:58 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8926 | 5:23 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 5:58 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858046 | 5:30 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h57 | 6:27 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858046 | 5:32 PM Penhoët | 0h55 | 6:27 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858046 | 5:35 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h52 | 6:27 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858076 | 6:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 6:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860014 | 7:12 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h37 | 7:49 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
860004 | 8:11 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h37 | 8:48 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8912 | 8:23 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 8:58 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858060 | 10:01 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h42 | 10:43 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | 11:24 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 11:59 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858098 | 12:30 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h58 | 1:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858098 | 12:32 PM Penhoët | 0h56 | 1:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858098 | 12:35 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h53 | 1:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | 2:23 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 2:58 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes run on average 28 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 but you can travel from only $4 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.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.
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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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.

Most Saint-Nazaire to Nantes trains use the Saint-Nazaire to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Haluchère-Batignolles. Use this guide to compare Saint-Nazaire and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saint-Nazaire has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Skipper, Le Ponton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Nazaire. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Nazaire. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saint-Nazaire: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Nazaire: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Nazaire: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Saint-Nazaire, Hotel Aquilon, Comfort Hotel de l'Europe Saint Nazaire.
Penhoët has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penhoët.
La Croix de Méan is 1 km from Saint-Nazaire city centre. Public transport options include:
La Croix de Méan has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at La Croix de Méan.
ATMs are available at La Croix de Méan.
Available at La Croix de Méan: Taxis, WC.
Available at La Croix de Méan: Bike Parking.
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.
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Chantenay is 3 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Chantenay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chantenay.
ATMs are available at Chantenay.
Available at Chantenay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chantenay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chantenay.
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