The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Nantes
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Nantes will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bordeaux for Nantes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 275 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.
385818:064h10Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:16Nantes station£451One-way0 changes
8450 · 535818:344h37Bordeaux-Saint-Jean23:11Nantes station£921One-way1 change
5440 · 54868:504h29Bordeaux-Saint-Jean13:19Nantes station£1011One-way1 change
8544 · 882918:465h15Bordeaux-Saint-Jean0:01Nantes station£1781One-way1 change
12274 · 523517:085h01Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:09Nantes station£2121One-way1 change
385818:064h10Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:16Nantes station£451One-way0 changes
5440 · 54868:504h29Bordeaux-Saint-Jean13:19Nantes station£1011One-way1 change
8450 · 535818:344h37Bordeaux-Saint-Jean23:11Nantes station£921One-way1 change
12274 · 523517:085h01Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:09Nantes station£2121One-way1 change
8582 · 898515:465h08Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:54Nantes station£2651One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £110.
Distance: 275 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £232 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Nantes trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5440 · 5486 | 8:50 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h29 | 13:19 Nantes station | 1 change | |
8582 · 8985 | 15:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h08 | 20:54 Nantes station | 1 change | |
12274 · 5235 | 17:08 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h01 | 22:09 Nantes station | 1 change | |
3858 | 18:06 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h10 | 22:16 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8450 · 5358 | 18:34 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h37 | 23:11 Nantes station | 1 change | |
8544 · 8829 | 18:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h15 | 0:01 Nantes station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs SNCF | Intercités?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Nantes
Trains from Bordeaux to Nantes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 4:46 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Bordeaux to Nantes trainsSNCF | Intercités, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Bordeaux and Nantes from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Nantes
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 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
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