The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 45 trains that leave Saint-Nazaire for Nantes on Fri, Jul 03, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
89005:23 AM0h35Saint-Nazaire station5:58 AMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
89128:23 AM0h35Saint-Nazaire station8:58 AMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
8580265:41 PM0h47La Croix de Méan6:28 PMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
8580286:41 PM0h49La Croix de Méan7:30 PMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
8580286:39 PM0h51Penhoët7:30 PMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
89128:23 AM0h35Saint-Nazaire station8:58 AMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
89005:23 AM0h35Saint-Nazaire station5:58 AMNantes station€101One-way0 transfers
85801210:15 AM0h37Saint-Nazaire station10:52 AMNantes station€121One-way0 transfers
85806211:15 AM0h37Saint-Nazaire station11:52 AMNantes station€121One-way0 transfers
8580589:10 AM0h38Saint-Nazaire station9:48 AMNantes station€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 49 km
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1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Saint-Nazaire to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Nantes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858064 | On time 12:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 12:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858016 | 12:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 1:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858016 | 12:38 PM Penhoët | 0h48 | 1:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858016 | 12:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 1:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858066 | 1:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 1:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858018 | 1:34 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 2:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858018 | 1:37 PM Penhoët | 0h47 | 2:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858018 | 1:39 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 2:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858017 · 858070 | 2:18 PM La Croix de Méan | 1h30 | 3:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858017 · 858070 | 2:20 PM Penhoët | 1h28 | 3:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
8922 | 2:23 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 2:58 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858070 | 3:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 3:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858020 | 3:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 4:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858020 | 3:39 PM Penhoët | 0h47 | 4:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858020 | 3:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 4:26 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858072 | 4:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 4:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858024 | 4:34 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 5:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858024 | 4:37 PM Penhoët | 0h47 | 5:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858024 | 4:39 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 5:24 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858074 | 5:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 5:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8926 | 5:23 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 5:58 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858026 | 5:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h52 | 6:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858026 | 5:39 PM Penhoët | 0h49 | 6:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858026 | 5:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h47 | 6:28 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858076 | 6:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 6:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858028 | 6:36 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h54 | 7:30 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858028 | 6:39 PM Penhoët | 0h51 | 7:30 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858028 | 6:41 PM La Croix de Méan | 0h49 | 7:30 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858078 | 7:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h40 | 7:50 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858027 · 858080 | 7:21 PM La Croix de Méan | 1h27 | 8:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858027 · 858080 | 7:24 PM Penhoët | 1h24 | 8:48 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858080 | 8:10 PM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 8:48 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
8900 | 5:23 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 5:58 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858052 | 6:08 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 6:46 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858004 | 6:34 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 7:24 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858004 | 6:37 AM Penhoët | 0h47 | 7:24 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858004 | 6:39 AM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 7:24 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858054 | 7:04 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h40 | 7:44 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858006 | 7:34 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 8:24 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858006 | 7:37 AM Penhoët | 0h47 | 8:24 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858006 | 7:39 AM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 8:24 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858055 · 858056 | 7:43 AM Penhoët | 1h05 | 8:48 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858056 | 8:10 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 8:48 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8912 | 8:23 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h35 | 8:58 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858008 | 8:36 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h50 | 9:26 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858008 | 8:39 AM Penhoët | 0h47 | 9:26 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858008 | 8:41 AM La Croix de Méan | 0h45 | 9:26 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858057 · 858058 | 8:43 AM Penhoët | 1h05 | 9:48 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858058 | 9:10 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h38 | 9:48 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858007 · 858012 | 9:17 AM La Croix de Méan | 1h35 | 10:52 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858007 · 858012 | 9:20 AM Penhoët | 1h32 | 10:52 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858012 | 10:15 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h37 | 10:52 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858062 | 11:15 AM Saint-Nazaire station | 0h37 | 11:52 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes run on average 27 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 34m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Saint-Nazaire and Nantes from €3. 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 Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes 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 Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saint-Nazaire to Nantes
Most Saint-Nazaire to Nantes trains use the Saint-Nazaire to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Haluchère-Batignolles. Use this guide to compare Saint-Nazaire and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saint-Nazaire station do trains to Nantes leave from?
Getting to Saint-Nazaire from Saint-Nazaire city centre
Saint-Nazaire train station facilities and services
Saint-Nazaire has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Skipper, Le Ponton
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Nazaire. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Nazaire. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Nazaire: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Nazaire: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Nazaire: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Saint-Nazaire, Hotel Aquilon, Comfort Hotel de l'Europe Saint Nazaire.
Getting to Penhoët from Saint-Nazaire city centre
Penhoët train station facilities and services
Penhoët has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penhoët.
Getting to La Croix de Méan from Saint-Nazaire city centre
La Croix de Méan is 1 km from Saint-Nazaire city centre. Public transport options include:
La Croix de Méan train station facilities and services
La Croix de Méan has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at La Croix de Méan.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at La Croix de Méan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at La Croix de Méan: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at La Croix de Méan: Bike Parking.
Which Nantes station do trains from Saint-Nazaire arrive at?
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.
Getting to Chantenay from Nantes city centre
Chantenay is 3 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Chantenay train station facilities and services
Chantenay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chantenay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chantenay.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chantenay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chantenay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chantenay.
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