The cheapest and fastest trains from Challans to Nantes
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Challans to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Challans to Nantes will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 9 trains that leave Challans for Nantes every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.
9720413:331h07Gare de Challans14:40Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
971989:500h55Gare de Challans10:45Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
85914418:491h01Gare de Challans19:50Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
85913812:560h54Gare de Challans13:50Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
85914817:501h00Gare de Challans18:50Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
85913812:560h54Gare de Challans13:50Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
85914015:560h54Gare de Challans16:50Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
971989:500h55Gare de Challans10:45Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
9720211:500h55Gare de Challans12:45Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
8591589:240h56Gare de Challans10:20Nantes station£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Challans to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Challans to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 51m. 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 train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Challans to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Challans to Nantes trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
859104 | 7:49 Gare de Challans | 0h55 | 8:44 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
97198 | 9:50 Gare de Challans | 0h55 | 10:45 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
859108 | 9:55 Gare de Challans | 0h55 | 10:50 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
859110 | 10:59 Gare de Challans | 0h54 | 11:53 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
859114 | 12:55 Gare de Challans | 0h55 | 13:50 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
97200 | 13:33 Gare de Challans | 1h07 | 14:40 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
859118 | 14:48 Gare de Challans | 0h56 | 15:44 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
859122 | 16:43 Gare de Challans | 1h02 | 17:45 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
75036 | 17:32 Gare de Challans | 1h00 | 18:32 Nantes Pirmil | 0 changesdirect | |
859126 | 18:25 Gare de Challans | 0h59 | 19:24 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Challans to Nantes
Trains from Challans to Nantes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 52m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 5:56 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Challans to Nantes trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Challans and Nantes from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Challans to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Challans 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 Challans and Nantes
- 5:00 AM - 7:30 PM Monday - Friday
- 5:00 AM - 7:30 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Hotel Le Challans
- Hotel Inn Design Resto Novo Challans
- 55 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single hall with access to platforms and basic amenities.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 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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