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Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 55 m
Trains on 17 Sept
37
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Paris will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 37 trains from Saint-Nazaire to Paris, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 380 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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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8922Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Nazaire to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £138.
Distance: 380 km
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£52 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price | £104 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Nazaire to Paris:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Nazaire to Paris costing on average £52.
A coach is £114 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Nazaire to Paris costing on average £138.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Coach takes on average 5h 3m.
The journey is about 1h 1m faster (3h 25m by train vs 4h 26m by car) and roughly £52 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£52 vs £104). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Paris trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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8900 | 5:23 Saint-Nazaire station | 2h52 | 8:15 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
858052+ 8970 | 6:08 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h07 | 9:15 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858004+ 8864 | 6:37 Penhoët | 3h45 | 10:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858004+ 8864 | 6:39 La Croix de Méan | 3h43 | 10:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858054+ 8864 | 7:04 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h18 | 10:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858006+ 8912 | 7:39 La Croix de Méan | 3h35 | 11:14 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858055+ 8912 | 7:43 Penhoët | 3h31 | 11:14 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
8912 | 8:23 Saint-Nazaire station | 2h51 | 11:14 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
858008 · 857708+ 8610 | 8:36 Saint-Nazaire station | 4h39 | 13:15 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
858008+ 8868 | 8:39 Penhoët | 4h43 | 13:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858008+ 8868 | 8:41 La Croix de Méan | 4h41 | 13:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858007+ 858012+ 8868 | 9:17 La Croix de Méan | 4h05 | 13:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
858007+ 858012+ 8868 | 9:20 Penhoët | 4h02 | 13:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
858012+ 8868 | 10:15 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h07 | 13:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858064+ 8874 | 12:10 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h12 | 15:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858016+ 8814 | 12:38 Penhoët | 3h30 | 16:08 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858016+ 8814 | 12:41 La Croix de Méan | 3h27 | 16:08 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858066+ 8814 | 13:10 Saint-Nazaire station | 2h58 | 16:08 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858018+ 12472 | 13:37 Penhoët | 3h45 | 17:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858018+ 12472 | 13:39 La Croix de Méan | 3h43 | 17:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858017+ 858070+ 8880 | 14:18 La Croix de Méan | 4h04 | 18:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
858017+ 858070+ 8880 | 14:20 Penhoët | 4h02 | 18:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
8922 | 14:23 Saint-Nazaire station | 2h59 | 17:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
858070+ 8880 | 15:10 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h12 | 18:22 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858020+ 8984 | 15:39 Penhoët | 3h38 | 19:17 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858020+ 8984 | 15:41 La Croix de Méan | 3h36 | 19:17 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858072+ 8984 | 16:10 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h07 | 19:17 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858024+ 8816 | 16:34 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h11 | 19:45 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858024+ 8816 | 16:37 Penhoët | 3h08 | 19:45 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858024+ 8816 | 16:39 La Croix de Méan | 3h06 | 19:45 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
8926 | 17:23 Saint-Nazaire station | 2h57 | 20:20 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 changesdirect | |
858026+ 8884 | 17:39 Penhoët | 3h48 | 21:27 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858026+ 8884 | 17:41 La Croix de Méan | 3h46 | 21:27 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858076+ 8884 | 18:10 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h17 | 21:27 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858028+ 8886 | 18:39 Penhoët | 3h46 | 22:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858028+ 8886 | 18:41 La Croix de Méan | 3h44 | 22:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
858078+ 8886 | 19:10 Saint-Nazaire station | 3h15 | 22:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
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Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Paris run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 380 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 2:45 |
Last train 22:12 |
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One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Nazaire to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Nazaire to Paris trains use the Saint-Nazaire to Paris Gare Montparnasse station pair, with some services arriving at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Use this guide to compare Saint-Nazaire and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saint-Nazaire has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Skipper, Le Ponton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Nazaire. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Nazaire. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saint-Nazaire: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Nazaire: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Nazaire: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Saint-Nazaire, Hotel Aquilon, Comfort Hotel de l'Europe Saint Nazaire.
Penhoët has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penhoët.
La Croix de Méan is 1 km from Saint-Nazaire city centre. Public transport options include:
La Croix de Méan has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at La Croix de Méan.
ATMs are available at La Croix de Méan.
Available at La Croix de Méan: Taxis, WC.
Available at La Croix de Méan: Bike Parking.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: I Love Paris by Guy Martin, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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