The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Tours
Cheapest price on Oct 15
€20
Average ticket price on Oct 15
€38
Fastest journey on Oct 15
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
1 h 41 m
Trains on Oct 15
16
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Tours will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 16 trains from Nantes to Tours, including 6 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
4402+
8602056:26 AM2h01Nantes station8:27 AMTours station€201One-way1 transfer
4404+
830311:48 AM1h57Nantes station1:45 PMTours station€231One-way1 transfer
4406+
8602252:46 PM2h12Nantes station4:58 PMTours station€261One-way1 transfer
5306+
10730612:44 PM1h50Nantes station2:34 PMTours station€271One-way1 transfer
5300+
1073004:47 AM1h48Nantes station6:35 AMTours station€351One-way1 transfer
86000611:12 AM1h37Nantes station12:49 PMTours station€391One-way0 transfers
8600126:12 PM1h39Nantes station7:51 PMTours station€391One-way0 transfers
8600027:12 AM1h39Nantes station8:51 AMTours station€391One-way0 transfers
8601089:12 AM1h42Nantes station10:54 AMTours station€391One-way0 transfers
5300+
1073004:47 AM1h48Nantes station6:35 AMTours station€351One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Tours
Trains from Nantes to Tours run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 10:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Nantes to Tours train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Tours trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5300+ 107300 | 4:47 AM Nantes station | 1h48 | 6:35 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
857700 · 860122 | 5:44 AM Nantes station | 2h08 | 7:52 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
4402+ 860205 | 6:26 AM Nantes station | 2h01 | 8:27 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
860002 | 7:12 AM Nantes station | 1h39 | 8:51 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860108 | 9:12 AM Nantes station | 1h42 | 10:54 AM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
857708 · 860126 | 9:44 AM Nantes station | 2h18 | 12:02 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
860006 | 11:12 AM Nantes station | 1h37 | 12:49 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4404+ 8303 | 11:48 AM Nantes station | 1h57 | 1:45 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
5306+ 107306 | 12:44 PM Nantes station | 1h50 | 2:34 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
8874+ 16558 | 1:04 PM Nantes station | 2h50 | 3:54 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
4406+ 860225 | 2:46 PM Nantes station | 2h12 | 4:58 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
12472+ 857021 | 3:04 PM Nantes station | 2h40 | 5:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
860112 | 4:12 PM Nantes station | 1h49 | 6:01 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860114 | 5:12 PM Nantes station | 1h49 | 7:01 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
860012 | 6:12 PM Nantes station | 1h39 | 7:51 PM Tours station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8884+ 424537+ 860537 | 7:10 PM Nantes station | 6h55 | 2:05 AM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Tours
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Tours 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 Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Tours
Most Nantes to Tours trains use the Gare de Nantes to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do trains to Tours 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 Tours station do trains from Nantes arrive at?
Getting to Tours from Tours city centre
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Tours train station facilities and services
Tours 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 Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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