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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Nantes
Cheapest price on Sep 13
€132
Average ticket price on Sep 13
€167
Fastest journey on Sep 13
6 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
6 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 13
9
Distance
688 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Nantes will cost around €167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €132.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Nantes without transferring at least once.
9206+
124718:34 AM6h20Basel SBB2:54 PMNantes station€1321One-way1 transfer- 9226+88254:34 PM6h20Basel SBB10:54 PMNantes station€1371One-way1 transfer
96125+9226+88253:45 PM7h09Basel St. Johann10:54 PMNantes station€1401One-way2 transfers- 9210+881110:34 AM6h19Basel SBB4:53 PMNantes station€1741One-way1 transfer
- 9222+89312:34 PM6h20Basel SBB8:54 PMNantes station€1781One-way1 transfer
- 9210+881110:34 AM6h19Basel SBB4:53 PMNantes station€1741One-way1 transfer
- 9218+888112:34 PM6h20Basel SBB6:54 PMNantes station€1911One-way1 transfer
- 9226+88254:34 PM6h20Basel SBB10:54 PMNantes station€1371One-way1 transfer
- 9222+89312:34 PM6h20Basel SBB8:54 PMNantes station€1781One-way1 transfer
- 9206+124718:34 AM6h20Basel SBB2:54 PMNantes station€1321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €156.
Distance: 688 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€126 Average price | €156 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €299 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Nantes:
A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Nantes costing on average €126.
A bus is €87 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Nantes costing on average €156.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 13h 25m.
Live departures
Basel to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Nantes trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9206+12471 | 8:34 AM Basel SBB | 6h20 | 2:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 9210+8811 | 10:34 AM Basel SBB | 6h19 | 4:53 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 9218+8881 | 12:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h20 | 6:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 9222+8931 | 2:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h20 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 96120+6706 · 8887 | 2:38 PM Basel SBB | 7h16 | 9:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
| 96120+6706 · 8887 | 2:44 PM Basel St. Johann | 7h10 | 9:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
| 96125+9226+8825 | 3:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 7h09 | 10:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
| 9226+8825 | 4:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h20 | 10:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| 96234+12130 · 8827 | 5:21 PM Basel SBB | 6h33 | 11:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Nantes
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Nantes run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €73 but you can travel from only €42 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 688 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 688 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €73 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Nantes trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Nantes from €42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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 Basel to Nantes
Most Basel to Nantes trains use the Basel SBB to Gare de Nantes station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Nantes leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Nantes station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre
Gare de Nantes train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
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