How to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Saint-Malo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Saint-Malo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a flight costs an average of $495.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo

Compare the available ways to get from Nantes to Saint-Malo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo is a bus with an average price of $23.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Saint-Malo:

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Saint-Malo costing on average $52.

A bus is $472 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Saint-Malo costing on average $495.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 19m.

Bus takes on average 4h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Saint-Malo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nantes to Saint-Malo among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $52 compared to roughly $35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$16. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Nantes to Saint-Malo

How to get from Nantes to Saint-Malo by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER858356+SNCF | TGV INOUI8087
    1 transfer

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  • TER858356+SNCF | TGV INOUI8087
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • TER858356+SNCF | TGV INOUI8087
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TER858308+BreizhGo854315
    1 transfer
  • TER858374+BreizhGo854391
    1 transfer
  • TER858386+BreizhGo854433
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF6141 · AF6272
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF6141 · AF6276
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7505 · AF7530
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo

Travel to Saint-Malo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nantes to Saint-Malo.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Saint-Malo including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo is a bus with an average price of $23.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Saint-Malo:

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Saint-Malo costing on average $52.

A bus is $472 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Saint-Malo costing on average $495.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 19m.

Bus takes on average 4h 30m.

The distance from Nantes to Saint-Malo is approximately 101 miles (163 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Saint-Malo is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Saint-Malo as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nantes to Saint-Malo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in St Malo.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Saint-Malo, Esplanade Saint Vincent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Saint-Malo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France to go to Saint-Malo by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa to go to Saint-Malo by bus.
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, BreizhGo to go to Saint-Malo by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Saint-Malo:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes to Saint-Malo often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Mont Saint-Michel, Rennes, Dinan, Caen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Saint-Malo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Saint-Malo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Saint-Malo, you can explore the Ramparts for panoramic sea and city views, tour the Grand Aquarium for diverse marine life, visit the medieval Solidor Tower, enjoy a boat tour to Dinard, and try local seafood at a Breton restaurant. The best sights include the historic Saint-Malo Intra-Muros, Fort National, Grand Bé island, Saint-Malo Cathedral, and Plage du Sillon beach.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Saint-Malo allows enough time to explore its historic walled city, enjoy the beaches, and take nearby excursions such as Mont Saint-Michel.

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