The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Nantes
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
11 h 18 m
Average duration
16 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Nantes will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
To travel from Bilbao to Nantes you need to make at least 3 changes.
10:5811h18Bilbao22:16Nantes£1601One-way3 changes
14:5821h08Bilbao12:06Nantes£1601One-way3 changes
19:5817h37Bilbao13:35Nantes£1601One-way3 changes
10:5811h18Bilbao22:16Nantes£1601One-way3 changes
19:5817h37Bilbao13:35Nantes£1601One-way3 changes
14:5821h08Bilbao12:06Nantes£1601One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bilbao to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 9h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 453 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£162 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price |
14h 57m Average total duration 14h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration Fastest 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 39m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bilbao to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Nantes trains for tomorrow, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:58 Bilbao | 11h18 | 22:16 Nantes | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:58 Bilbao | 21h08 | 12:06 Nantes | 3 changes | |
![]() | 19:58 Bilbao | 17h37 | 13:35 Nantes | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bilbao to Nantes
Trains from Bilbao to Nantes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £160 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 14:40. The fastest train covers the 453 km distance in 11h 18m.
Distance 453 km |
Average train duration 14h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £160 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 18m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 14:40 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Euskotren from Bilbao to Nantes trainsEuskotren trains will get you between Bilbao and Nantes from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bilbao to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao 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.

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