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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Nantes
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Nantes will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 2 trains that leave Calais for Nantes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 484 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Calais to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £211.
Distance: 484 km
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Live departures
Calais to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Nantes trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 Calais | 6h24 | 21:54 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:37 Calais | 6h17 | 21:54 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Nantes
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Trains from Calais to Nantes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 18:07. The fastest train covers the 484 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 484 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 18:07 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Calais to Nantes trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Calais and Nantes from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Calais to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais 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 Calais and Nantes
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with 24/7 access.
- Le Channel
- Au Cote d'Argent
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Meurice
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Balad'in free bus service connects to various parts of the city.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road leading to the station.
- Le Channel
- Restaurant du Golf
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel Meurice
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Eurostar check-in
- Hall 2: TGV and TER platforms
- Hall 3: parking and car rental services
- Bus: Line 1 from Calais city center
- Shuttle services available from Calais ferry terminal
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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