The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£546
Average price
£555
Fastest journey
11 h 9 m
Average duration
14 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
978 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Edinburgh will cost around £555 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £546.
To travel from Nantes to Edinburgh you need to make at least 4 changes.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nantes to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, and a train costs an average of £549.
Distance: 978 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£556 Average Price | £147 Average Price | £110 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 21m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 48m Average total duration 24h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nantes to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:59 Nantes | 11h09 | 17:08 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:08 Nantes | 12h56 | 21:04 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 17:04 Nantes | 18h04 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Edinburgh
Trains from Nantes to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £549 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 15:20. The fastest train covers the 978 km distance in 10h 58m.
Distance 978 km |
Average train duration 13h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £549 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 58m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 15:20 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Nantes to Edinburgh trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Edinburgh from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nantes to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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