The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Vichy
Cheapest price
€97
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
6 h 49 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Vichy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Vichy will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Vichy without transferring at least once.
12462+
59599:04 AM6h50Nantes station3:54 PMVichy station€971One-way1 transfer
8916+
597111:54 AM7h00Nantes station6:54 PMVichy station€1111One-way1 transfer
8922+
59833:04 PM6h49Nantes station9:53 PMVichy station€1161One-way1 transfer
5306+
87574412:44 PM7h41Nantes station8:25 PMVichy station€1161One-way1 transfer
8922+
59833:04 PM6h49Nantes station9:53 PMVichy station€1161One-way1 transfer
12462+
59599:04 AM6h50Nantes station3:54 PMVichy station€971One-way1 transfer
8916+
597111:54 AM7h00Nantes station6:54 PMVichy station€1111One-way1 transfer
5306+
87574412:44 PM7h41Nantes station8:25 PMVichy station€1161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Vichy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Vichy 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 flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 398 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Vichy train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Vichy trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12462+ 5959 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 6h50 | 3:54 PM Vichy station | 1 transfer | |
8916+ 5971 | 11:54 AM Nantes station | 7h00 | 6:54 PM Vichy station | 1 transfer | |
5306+ 875744 | 12:44 PM Nantes station | 7h41 | 8:25 PM Vichy station | 1 transfer | |
8922+ 5983 | 3:04 PM Nantes station | 6h49 | 9:53 PM Vichy station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Vichy
Trains from Nantes to Vichy run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 18:02. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 6:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Vichy trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Vichy from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Vichy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Vichy 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 Vichy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Vichy
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Paris.
- Restaurant La Table d'Antoine
- Le Vichy
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de Grignan
- Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel
- Hotel Midland
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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