The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne
Cheapest price
€170
Average price
€181
Fastest journey
8 h 36 m
Average duration
10 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around €181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €170.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne without transferring at least 2 times.
3751+
86971+
8600126:12 PM14h04Nantes station8:16 AMCarcassonne€1701One-way2 transfers
5306 · 8485+
466912:44 PM8h43Nantes station9:27 PMCarcassonne€1831One-way2 transfers
5300 · 8441+
46594:50 AM8h36Nantes station1:26 PMCarcassonne€1901One-way2 transfers
5300 · 8441+
46594:50 AM8h36Nantes station1:26 PMCarcassonne€1901One-way2 transfers
5306 · 8485+
466912:44 PM8h43Nantes station9:27 PMCarcassonne€1831One-way2 transfers
3751+
86971+
8600126:12 PM14h04Nantes station8:16 AMCarcassonne€1701One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 540 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€97 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest |
8h 19m Average total duration Fastest 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:43 AM Nantes | 7h44 | 2:27 PM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:47 AM Nantes | 7h40 | 5:27 PM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:12 PM Nantes | 15h08 | 8:20 AM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
5300 · 8441+ 4659 | 4:50 AM Nantes station | 8h36 | 1:26 PM Carcassonne | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne
Trains from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 540 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 540 km |
Average train duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Cité de Carcassonne from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne
Most Nantes to Cité de Carcassonne trains use the Gare de Nantes to Carcassonne station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Cité de Carcassonne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do trains to Cité de Carcassonne leave from?
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.
Getting to Haluchère-Batignolles from Nantes city centre
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles train station facilities and services
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Which Cité de Carcassonne station do trains from Nantes arrive at?
Getting to Carcassonne from Cité de Carcassonne city centre
Carcassonne train station facilities and services
Carcassonne 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: Restaurant Le Bistro, La Table de Norbert
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Carcassonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carcassonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carcassonne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Bastide, Hotel Astoria, Hotel Central.
Most popular train connections from Nantes
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