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Musée Mathurin Méheut
Museum dedicated to artist Mathurin Méheut, showing paintings, drawings and decorative work linked to Brittany and the sea.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 13 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lamballe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lamballe will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Nantes to Lamballe you need to make at least one change.
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855663Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lamballe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 156 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£35 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Lamballe:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Lamballe costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Lamballe take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 13m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 1m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lamballe trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:05 Nantes | 2h05 | 9:10 Lamballe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
858304+ 855617 | 6:05 Nantes station | 2h29 | 8:34 Lamballe station | 1 change | |
858308+ 855621 | 7:05 Nantes station | 2h28 | 9:33 Lamballe station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Nantes to Lamballe run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 21:04 |
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Discover the best of Lamballe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lamballe trip today.
Museum dedicated to artist Mathurin Méheut, showing paintings, drawings and decorative work linked to Brittany and the sea.
Interpretation space at the stud farm explaining horse breeding, harness traditions and Lamballe’s equestrian identity.
Small local exhibition venue hosting contemporary art and cultural displays in a central historic setting.
Atmospheric old-town area where lanes, stone buildings and small public spaces give a strong sense of Lamballe’s heritage.
Main square of the historic centre, lined with traditional buildings and useful as a starting point for exploring Lamballe on foot.
Pleasant green space around the stud farm, popular for walking and for appreciating the scale of Lamballe’s equestrian site.
Galette-saucisse pairs a grilled pork sausage with a buckwheat galette. It is a classic Breton street food, especially popular at markets and festivals.
Kig ha farz is a hearty Breton pot-au-feu of pork or beef with vegetables and a buckwheat dumpling. It is a traditional farmhouse meal in Brittany.
Cotriade is a Breton fish stew made with several local fish, potatoes and onions. It reflects the region’s strong maritime cooking tradition.
Established restaurant offering refined French regional cooking with seafood and seasonal produce in a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Traditional crêperie in central Lamballe serving Breton galettes, sweet crêpes and cider in a relaxed, local setting.
Casual local venue known for generous traditional dishes and a friendly atmosphere, suitable for an everyday Breton meal.
Lamballe is moderate for Brittany: lodging is mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local transport needs are limited, though car hire or taxis can add to visitor costs.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Lamballe 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 Lamballe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Lamballe trains use the Gare de Nantes to Lamballe station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Lamballe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Lamballe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Lamballe.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lamballe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lamballe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lamballe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lamballe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lamballe: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Lion d'Or, Hotel La Pomme d'Or.
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