The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Limoges
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Limoges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Limoges will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nantes for Limoges on Wed, Nov 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Limoges
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Limoges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €310.
Distance: 265 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€68 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €462 Average price |
5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Limoges train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Limoges trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8880+ 3685 | On time 3:04 PM Nantes station | 6h51 | 9:55 PM Limoges-Bénédictins | 1 transfer | |
860112+ 860846+ 3675 | On time 3:12 PM Nantes station | 5h56 | 9:08 PM Limoges-Bénédictins | 2 transfers | |
860114+ 860848+ 3685 | On time 4:12 PM Nantes station | 5h43 | 9:55 PM Limoges-Bénédictins | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
![]() | 9:48 AM Nantes | 6h07 | 3:55 PM Limoges | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:47 PM Nantes | 6h08 | 6:55 PM Limoges | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Limoges
Trains from Nantes to Limoges run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 265 km |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 21:01 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, SNCF TER, TER BreizhGo, SNCF, TGV INOUI from Nantes to Limoges trainsSNCF Intercités, SNCF TER, TER BreizhGo, SNCF, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Limoges from €24. 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 Limoges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Limoges 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 Limoges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Nantes, you have various train station options to start your route from including Nantes station and Nantes Pirmil. When arriving in Limoges, you can end your route in train stations like Limoges-Bénédictins, Gare de Limoges-Montjovis and Limoges-Cité.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Nantes station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Limoges-Bénédictins, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Limoges
- 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 - Fri: 06:30 - 20:45
- Sat: 08:00 - 20:45
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:45
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Le Buffet de Limoges
- The station is fully accessible, and assistance is available for persons with disabilities.
- Hotel Les Benedictins
- Brit Hotel Limoges Centre Gare
- Kyriad Limoges Centre Gare-Atrium
- Mon - Fri: 06:30 - 20:45
- Sat: 08:00 - 20:45
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:45
- Located in the main concourse in the Services Area.
- Bus lines: D8, D10, 21, 22
- Train lines: Intercités, TER Nouvelle-Aquitaine 1.3, 2, 3, 4L, 5L, 6L, 8L, 10L, 24
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