The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Brussels
Cheapest price
€196
Average price
€211
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
590 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Brussels will cost around €211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €196.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Brussels without transferring at least once.
8912+
94419:04 AM5h13Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€1961One-way1 transfer
8912+
93419:04 AM5h13Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€1961One-way1 transfer
8912+
93399:04 AM4h40Nantes station1:44 PMBrussels-Midi€2101One-way1 transfer
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8604+
93417:05 AM7h12Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€2161One-way2 transfers
858308+
8604+
94417:05 AM7h12Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€2161One-way2 transfers
8912+
93399:04 AM4h40Nantes station1:44 PMBrussels-Midi€2101One-way1 transfer
8912+
94419:04 AM5h13Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€1961One-way1 transfer
8912+
93419:04 AM5h13Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€1961One-way1 transfer
858308+
8604+
93337:05 AM5h42Nantes station12:47 PMBrussels-Midi€2301One-way2 transfers
858308+
8604+
93417:05 AM7h12Nantes station2:17 PMBrussels-Midi€2161One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 590 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€145 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €279 Average price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Brussels trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858308+ 8604+ 9441 | 7:05 AM Nantes station | 7h12 | 2:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
858308+ 8604+ 9333 | 7:05 AM Nantes station | 5h42 | 12:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
858308+ 8604+ 9341 | 7:05 AM Nantes station | 7h12 | 2:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
8912+ 9341 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 5h13 | 2:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
8912+ 9441 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 5h13 | 2:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
8912+ 9339 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 4h40 | 1:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Brussels
Trains from Nantes to Brussels run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €81 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 590 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 590 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €81 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV from Nantes to Brussels trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Nantes and Brussels from €20. 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 to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Brussels
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms
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