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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lisieux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lisieux will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 2 trains from Nantes to Lisieux, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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.

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Trains from Nantes to Lisieux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 6:28 |
Last train 21:04 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nantes to Lisieux.
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lisieux trains for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8912+ 3379 | 9:04 Nantes station | 5h07 | 14:11 Gare de Lisieux | 1 change | |
8912+ 3379+ 852422 | 9:04 Nantes station | 7h50 | 16:54 Le Grand-Jardin | 2 changes | |
8868+ 3381 | 11:04 Nantes station | 6h49 | 17:53 Gare de Lisieux | 1 change | |
3381+ 858350+ 12210 | 12:05 Nantes station | 5h48 | 17:53 Gare de Lisieux | 2 changes | |
8814+ 3347 | 14:04 Nantes station | 4h49 | 18:53 Gare de Lisieux | 1 change | |
8922+ 857109+ 852300 | 15:04 Nantes station | 3h50 | 18:54 Gare de Lisieux | 2 changes | |
8880+ 16580+ 852038 | 16:04 Nantes station | 3h38 | 19:42 Gare de Lisieux | 2 changes | |
12494+ 3391 | 17:08 Nantes station | 4h43 | 21:51 Gare de Lisieux | 1 change | |
8816+ 3395 | 17:40 Nantes station | 5h11 | 22:51 Gare de Lisieux | 1 change | |
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Museum in Saint Thérèse’s childhood home, presenting family rooms, personal history and context for her early life in Lisieux.
Interpretive museum on Saint Thérèse with objects, documents and multimedia displays that explain her life and spiritual legacy.
Town museum exploring local history, archaeology, fine arts and Norman traditions through varied permanent collections.
Pleasant formal garden by the basilica, ideal for a quiet walk, city views and a pause between pilgrimage and heritage visits.
Main central square framed by civic buildings and shops, useful as a starting point for exploring the historic core on foot.
Historic central route linking key churches and shops, offering an easy walk through everyday Lisieux and surviving older streetscape.
Creamy cow’s milk cheese from the Pays d’Auge area near Lisieux. Rich, soft and earthy, it is one of Normandy’s best-known traditional cheeses.
Washed-rind cow’s milk cheese made in the village of Livarot near Lisieux. It has a strong aroma and a full, rustic flavour tied to local dairy traditions.
Soft, pungent cow’s milk cheese from Pont-l’Évêque, close to Lisieux. It is one of Normandy’s oldest cheeses and a classic local table cheese.
Traditional crêperie in central Lisieux serving savoury galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Established French restaurant with classic regional cooking, careful presentation and a calm dining room suited to a longer meal.
Casual local brasserie offering French staples and dependable set menus, popular for an easy meal in the town centre.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Lisieux.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Lisieux 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 Lisieux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nantes to Lisieux trains use the Gare de Nantes to Lisieux station pair, with some services arriving at Le Grand-Jardin. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Lisieux 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.
Lisieux 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 options include: Le Drakkar, La Coupole
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lisieux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lisieux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lisieux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisieux: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisieux: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Lisieux, Hotel Mercure Lisieux Normandie, Hotel Saint-Louis.
Le Grand-Jardin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Le Grand-Jardin.
ATMs are available at Le Grand-Jardin.
Available at Le Grand-Jardin: Parking, WC.
Available at Le Grand-Jardin: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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