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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Saintes
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€22
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€24
Fastest journey on Oct 10
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
2 h 37 m
Trains on Oct 10
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Saintes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Saintes will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 2 trains from Nantes to Saintes, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
4:55 PM2h37Nantes7:32 PMSaintes€221One-way0 transfers- 3:55 PM2h37Nantes6:32 PMSaintes€271One-way0 transfers
- 4:55 PM2h37Nantes7:32 PMSaintes€221One-way0 transfers
- 3:55 PM2h37Nantes6:32 PMSaintes€271One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Saintes
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Trains from Nantes to Saintes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 7:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Live departures
Nantes to Saintes train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Saintes trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 5306 · 8485+ L16 (864626) | 12:44 PM Nantes station | 5h05 | 5:49 PM Saintes station | 2 transfers | |
| 3837 | 5:55 PM Nantes station | 2h37 | 8:32 PM Saintes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 859805+L15 (864767) | 7:35 PM Nantes station | 3h31 | 11:06 PM Saintes station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Saintes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Saintes 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 Saintes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Saintes
Most Nantes to Saintes trains use the Gare de Nantes to Saintes station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Saintes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do trains to Saintes 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.
Which Saintes station do trains from Nantes arrive at?
Getting to Saintes from Saintes city centre
Saintes is 1 km from Saintes city centre. Public transport options include:
Saintes train station facilities and services
Saintes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Parvis, La Table du Maroc
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saintes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saintes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saintes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saintes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saintes: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Comfort Inn Saintes, ibis Saintes, Campanile Saintes.
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