The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Nantes
Cheapest price
£203
Average price
£203
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
762 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Nantes will cost around £203 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £203.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Nantes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 762 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 762 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£178 Average Price | £204 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 12m Average total duration 17h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Nantes trains for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:34 Zurich | 7h25 | 18:59 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:34 Zurich | 8h20 | 21:54 Nantes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Nantes
Trains from Zurich to Nantes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 15:34. The fastest train covers the 762 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 762 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 20m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 15:34 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Zurich to Nantes trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Nantes from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TGV INOUI
FAQs: Zurich to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich and Nantes
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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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