The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Challans
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Challans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Challans will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 12 trains that leave Nantes for Challans every day 12 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 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
85912919:420h53Nantes station20:35Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85912718:180h54Nantes station19:12Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
9720318:451h13Nantes station19:58Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85912115:040h54Nantes station15:58Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85912517:250h56Nantes station18:21Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85912919:420h53Nantes station20:35Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85912718:180h54Nantes station19:12Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85912115:040h54Nantes station15:58Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85911713:090h54Nantes station14:03Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
85911311:130h55Nantes station12:08Gare de Challans£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nantes to Challans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Challans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 56m. 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 £7, 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 | £12 Average Price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m 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
Nantes to Challans train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Challans trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
859105 | 7:07 Nantes station | 1h08 | 8:15 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
97197 | 10:20 Nantes station | 1h07 | 11:27 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859113 | 11:13 Nantes station | 0h55 | 12:08 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
97199 | 12:15 Nantes station | 1h07 | 13:22 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859117 | 13:09 Nantes station | 0h54 | 14:03 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859121 | 15:04 Nantes station | 0h54 | 15:58 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
97201 | 16:15 Nantes station | 1h05 | 17:20 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859123 | 16:32 Nantes station | 0h57 | 17:29 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859125 | 17:25 Nantes station | 0h56 | 18:21 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859127 | 18:18 Nantes station | 0h54 | 19:12 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
97203 | 18:45 Nantes station | 1h13 | 19:58 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
859129 | 19:42 Nantes station | 0h53 | 20:35 Gare de Challans | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Challans
Trains from Nantes to Challans run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 51m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Challans trainsTER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Challans from £7. 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
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Nantes to Challans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Challans 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 Challans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Challans
- 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
- 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
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