The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Nantes
Cheapest price
€78
Average price
€124
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Nantes will cost around €124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.
Of the 9 trains that leave Montpellier for Nantes on Sat, Dec 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct trains cover the 583 km distance in an average of 6 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 7 h 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.
5358
6206 · 8829
2204 · 5386 · 8887
6204 · 8985
5182 · 6630 · 8829
5358
6871 · 6616 · 8811
5182 · 6630 · 8829
6048 · 8067 · 9832
6030 · 8875Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €63.
Distance: 583 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€133 Average price | €126 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Montpellier to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Nantes trains for today, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5738+ 8803 | On time 8:45 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 12h09 | 8:54 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 13 | |||||
6030 · 8875 | On time 7:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h00 | 2:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
6871 · 6616 · 8811 | On time 9:07 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h46 | 3:53 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
5158 · 9832 | On time 10:58 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h52 | 6:50 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
6048 · 8067 · 9832 | On time 11:54 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h56 | 6:50 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
6204 · 8985 | On time 12:49 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h10 | 7:59 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
2204 · 5386 · 8887 | On time 12:57 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h57 | 8:54 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
5358 | On time 3:41 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h30 | 10:11 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6206 · 8829 | On time 3:50 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 7h11 | 11:01 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
5182 · 6630 · 8829 | On time 4:10 PM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h51 | 11:01 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Nantes
Trains from Montpellier to Nantes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 583 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 583 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités from Montpellier to Nantes trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités trains will get you between Montpellier and Nantes from €28. 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 Montpellier to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Montpellier-Sud-de-France, which is located around 6.8 miles (10.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Nantes station, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montpellier to Nantes
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive.
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
- 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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