The cheapest and fastest trains from Saintes to Nantes
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saintes to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saintes to Nantes will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Saintes for Nantes every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.
8:252h41Saintes11:06Nantes£211One-way0 changes
17:322h44Saintes20:16Nantes£291One-way0 changes
18:322h44Saintes21:16Nantes£371One-way0 changes
9:172h42Saintes11:59Nantes£371One-way0 changes
8:252h41Saintes11:06Nantes£211One-way0 changes
9:172h42Saintes11:59Nantes£371One-way0 changes
18:322h44Saintes21:16Nantes£371One-way0 changes
17:322h44Saintes20:16Nantes£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Saintes to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 178 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Saintes to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Saintes to Nantes trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 Saintes | 2h41 | 11:06 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:17 Saintes | 2h42 | 11:59 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:32 Saintes | 2h44 | 20:16 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:32 Saintes | 2h44 | 21:16 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saintes to Nantes
Trains from Saintes to Nantes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 4:46 |
Last train 19:36 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Saintes to Nantes trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Saintes and Nantes from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saintes to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saintes to Nantes 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 Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saintes and Nantes
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7
- Le Parvis
- La Table du Maroc
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Comfort Inn Saintes
- ibis Saintes
- Campanile Saintes
- Located in the main hall
- 90 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
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