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Musée d'arts de Nantes
Nantes’s fine arts museum, noted for works from the 13th century to today, plus contemporary displays in a modern extension.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
36 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
37 m
Trains on 05 Sept
23
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Angers to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Angers to Nantes will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 23 trains from Angers to Nantes, including 23 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
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8811
12471
5224
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8913
8973
8917Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Angers to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 81 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Angers to Nantes:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Angers to Nantes costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 2m.
The journey is about 25m faster (46m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £23). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Angers to Nantes trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
857329 | Delayed 18:42 20:37Angers Saint-Laud | 0h41 | 19:23 19:23Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857777 | Delayed 18:42 20:37Angers Saint-Laud | 0h41 | 19:23 19:23Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8935 | Delayed 19:22 21:17Angers Saint-Laud | 0h42 | 20:04 20:04Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
4506 | On time 21:24 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h41 | 22:05 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5235 | On time 21:32 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 22:09 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5488 | On time 21:43 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h40 | 22:23 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
12487 | On time 22:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 22:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8937 | On time 22:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 22:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5358 | On time 22:33 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h38 | 23:11 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8827 | 23:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 23:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857387 | 8:03 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h43 | 8:46 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857551 | 8:34 Angers Saint-Laud | 1h05 | 9:39 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
860003 | 9:05 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h45 | 9:50 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8803 | 9:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 9:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857757 | 10:33 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h42 | 11:15 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5351 | 10:42 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 11:19 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8913 | 11:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 11:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8973 | 11:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 11:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857557 | 11:30 Angers Saint-Laud | 1h07 | 12:37 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
12467 | 12:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 12:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8917 | 12:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 12:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857761 | 12:31 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h44 | 13:15 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5486 | 12:39 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h40 | 13:19 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857553 | 13:08 Angers Saint-Laud | 1h07 | 14:15 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5224 | 14:05 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h39 | 14:44 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5354 | 14:12 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h38 | 14:50 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
12471 | 14:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 14:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8921 | 14:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h37 | 14:54 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8875 | 15:12 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h38 | 15:50 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
4502 | 15:31 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h42 | 16:13 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
857559 | 15:42 Angers Saint-Laud | 1h03 | 16:45 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
860115 | 16:04 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h45 | 16:49 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8811 | 16:17 Angers Saint-Laud | 0h36 | 16:53 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Angers to Nantes run on average 16 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 37m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 4:46 |
Last train 23:24 |
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Discover the best of Nantes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nantes trip today.
Nantes’s fine arts museum, noted for works from the 13th century to today, plus contemporary displays in a modern extension.
A major natural history museum with zoology, geology and science collections in a handsome 19th-century building near the city centre.
A museum inside the ducal castle tracing Nantes’s history through multimedia, objects and panoramic walks along the ramparts.
A riverside island known for creative redevelopment, public art and industrial heritage. It is ideal for walking between major attractions.
A lively medieval quarter of timber-framed houses, small squares and old streets. It offers some of the most atmospheric walks in Nantes.
A formal 18th-century square with fountains and elegant façades, connecting key shopping streets and major sights in the city centre.
A buttery cake from Nantes flavoured with dark rum and almonds. It became a local staple through the city’s historic maritime trade links.
Small pink sugar sweets made with fruit flavouring, traditionally sold in Nantes since the 19th century and closely tied to local confectionery heritage.
A muscadet wine reduction with shallots and butter, classically served with Loire fish. It is one of the area’s signature sauces.
Refined dining room serving creative French cuisine with seasonal produce and polished service in central Nantes.
Well-known modern crêperie for Breton-style galettes and crêpes, with a relaxed atmosphere and quality regional ingredients.
Popular market-focused restaurant by Talensac, appreciated for fresh fish, shellfish and straightforward French cooking.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. It is common to round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up small taxi fares; spare change in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Angers 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.

Most Angers to Nantes trains use the Angers Saint-Laud to Gare de Nantes station pair, with some services arriving at Haluchère-Batignolles. Use this guide to compare Angers and Nantes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Angers Saint-Laud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Ker Juliet, Selecta, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are an ATM machine is located outside the station near the post office and another ATM under the wooden staircase in front of the sales area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:30, Sat: 10:00 - 17:30, Sun: 13:00 - 18:30.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Saint-Laud: The station is fully accessible, including staff assistance, step-free access throughout the station and magnetic induction loop for people with hearing impairments.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Champagne, Citotel Univers, Grand Hotel de la Gare Angers.
Angers Maître École is 1 km from Angers city centre. Public transport options include:
Angers Maître École has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Angers Maître École.
Wi-Fi is available at Angers Maître École. ATMs are available at Angers Maître École.
Available at Angers Maître École: Parking.
Available at Angers Maître École: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Maître École.
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 options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Chantenay is 3 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Chantenay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chantenay.
ATMs are available at Chantenay.
Available at Chantenay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chantenay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chantenay.
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