Rotterdam to Nantes train
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Fastest train times from Rotterdam to Nantes
Fastest Journey
2 h 37 m
Average
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
680 km
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Nantes without changing at least 2 times.
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Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Nantes
 | Distance | 421 miles (679 km) |
 | Train frequency | 5 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | TGV or Thalys |
Trains from Rotterdam to Nantes cover the 421 miles (679 km) long route taking on average 5 h 53 min with our travel partners like TGV or Thalys. Normally, there are 5 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travellers depart most frequently from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Gare de Nantes.
Train companies: Thalys trains Rotterdam to Nantes
Thalys will get you between Rotterdam and Nantes at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times, prices and tickets for your trip.
Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train from Rotterdam to Nantes with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.
One of the best ways to travel between Rotterdam and Nantes is by taking a train with Thalys. Omio helps you find the ideal Thalys train to Nantes from Rotterdam by showing you Thalys current train timetables, the train tickets on offer (including amenities offered onboard and travel information like luggage policy) and the best prices for this Rotterdam to Nantes route. You can expect to travel 421 miles (679 km) to Nantes from Rotterdam on a train with Thalys. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains from Rotterdam to Nantes, you can check straight away if the Thalys ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when travelling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Once you’ve found that perfect train, book your Thalys train ticket on Omio quickly and easily, then enjoy your upcoming trip between Rotterdam and Nantes!
Thalys from Rotterdam to Nantes train information:
- Average Duration: 5 h 53 min
- Thalys frequency: 5 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Rotterdam to Nantes
Travel between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Nantes, France by train is: Partially open.
What is the status of international entry into France from Netherlands?
International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in France from Rotterdam?
Conditions of entry:
- Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Health declaration required
What are the safety rules to follow in Nantes, France?
When travelling in France, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
- Physical distance requirement: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Recommended
The information above was last checked on 29/06/2022. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Rotterdam and Nantes before travelling.
The restriction level for your return train to Rotterdam, Netherlands from Nantes is: Fully open.
Is my return train into Rotterdam from Nantes restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Netherlands from Nantes?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Rotterdam, Netherlands?
The government of Netherlands has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
Last checked on 27/06/2022. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Rotterdam from Nantes closer to your date of departure here.
When taking a train from Rotterdam, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Noord and Rotterdam Blaak. When you arrive in Nantes, your train can arrive in train stations including Gare de Nantes, Nantes Commerce and Nantes Pirmil.
Omio customers travelling this route book their trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Gare de Nantes.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, Rotterdam Centraal, located approximately 0.6 miles (875 m) from the city centre of Rotterdam. The most popular arrival train station in Nantes, called Gare de Nantes, is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from its city centre.
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Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
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