The cheapest and fastest trains from Valenciennes to Nantes
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valenciennes to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valenciennes to Nantes will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 1 trains that leave Valenciennes for Nantes on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 510 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 41 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.
8:01 AM5h41Valenciennes1:42 PMNantes$1181One-way0 transfers
8:01 AM5h41Valenciennes1:42 PMNantes$1181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Valenciennes to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valenciennes to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $213 Average price | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 20m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Valenciennes to Nantes:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valenciennes to Nantes costing on average $115 (€92).
A bus is $139 (€111) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valenciennes to Nantes costing on average $213 (€170).
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
Flight takes on average 12h 20m.
The journey is about 2h 0m faster (4h 24m by train vs 6h 24m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($115 (€92) vs $120 (€96)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Valenciennes to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Valenciennes to Nantes trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:01 AM Valenciennes | 5h41 | 1:42 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valenciennes to Nantes
Trains from Valenciennes to Nantes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 6:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF from Valenciennes to Nantes trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF trains will get you between Valenciennes and Nantes from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Valenciennes to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valenciennes 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valenciennes to Nantes
- 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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