1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Nantes
United Kingdom
France
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
Flight from $112 (€91)
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 12:44 |
Key Takeaways
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
Flight from $112 (€91)
FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
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.
The train journey from Southampton to Nantes offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of southern England and northern France, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush landscapes.
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.
The last train from Southampton to Nantes leaves at 12:44 PM.
The distance by train from Southampton to Nantes is 254 miles (410 km).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Nantes is by flight, with a cost of around $112 (€91).
The first train from Southampton to Nantes leaves at 5:08 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Southampton to Nantes.
No, you cannot take the train from Southampton to Nantes.
Most popular train connections from Southampton
More options for your journey from Southampton to Nantes
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Nantes and Southampton
Most popular train connections to Nantes
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
