The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nantes station for Paris Gare de Lyon on Tue, Mar 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 31 the direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Tue, Mar 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
12:04PM2h18Nantes station02:22PMParis Gare de Lyon€351One-way0 transfers
01:04PM2h04Nantes station03:08PMParis Gare de Lyon€361One-way0 transfers
02:04PM2h18Nantes station04:22PMParis Gare de Lyon€571One-way0 transfers
07:04AM2h18Nantes station09:22AMParis Gare de Lyon€611One-way0 transfers
11:05AM2h57Nantes station02:02PMParis Gare de Lyon€741One-way0 transfers
01:04PM2h04Nantes station03:08PMParis Gare de Lyon€361One-way0 transfers
02:04PM2h18Nantes station04:22PMParis Gare de Lyon€571One-way0 transfers
07:04AM2h18Nantes station09:22AMParis Gare de Lyon€611One-way0 transfers
12:04PM2h18Nantes station02:22PMParis Gare de Lyon€351One-way0 transfers
11:05AM2h57Nantes station02:02PMParis Gare de Lyon€741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 343 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€46 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8864 | On time 6:04 AM Nantes station | 2h18 | 8:22 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
858322+ 8706 | On time 6:05 AM Nantes station | 3h05 | 9:10 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8912 | On time 7:04 AM Nantes station | 2h10 | 9:14 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
857708+ 8710 | On time 7:44 AM Nantes station | 3h31 | 11:15 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
8868 | On time 9:04 AM Nantes station | 2h18 | 11:22 AM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | On time 10:09 AM Nantes station | 1h57 | 12:06 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8874 | On time 11:04 AM Nantes station | 2h18 | 1:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8814 | On time 12:04 PM Nantes station | 2h04 | 2:08 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
858356+ 8622 | On time 12:05 PM Nantes station | 3h00 | 3:05 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
12472 | On time 1:04 PM Nantes station | 2h18 | 3:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | On time 1:04 PM Nantes station | 2h18 | 3:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8880 | On time 2:04 PM Nantes station | 2h20 | 4:24 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
858374+ 8634 | On time 2:05 PM Nantes station | 2h59 | 5:04 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Trains from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 343 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 343 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 17:04 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Nantes station and Paris Gare de Lyon from €10. 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 Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes station to Paris Gare de Lyon
- 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



