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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 an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 178 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Saintes to Nantes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Saintes to Nantes:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Saintes to Nantes costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 3m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Nantes from Saintes by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Saintes to Nantes is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Nantes are Rennes, Angers, Le Mans, La Roche-sur-Yon and Vannes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Nantes on Omio.
Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.
Angers is known for its medieval castle and the Apocalypse Tapestry, yet feels youthful and easy-going. Its old centre, riverside setting and ties to Anjou wine give the city a distinctly Loire character.
Le Mans is best known for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, but its character is shaped just as much by the old Cité Plantagenêt. Roman walls and timbered streets give this western French city a distinctly historic feel.
La Roche-sur-Yon is a Napoleonic planned town in the Vendée, known for its orderly streets and Place Napoléon. It has a practical, relaxed feel, with civic architecture, museums and an easy-going town centre.
Vannes is a historic Breton city on the Gulf of Morbihan, known for medieval walls, timber-framed houses and a lively marina. Its compact centre mixes old stone streets with markets and easy access to the coast.
Travel to Nantes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Saintes to Nantes.
This is compared to other travel options from Saintes to Nantes:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Saintes to Nantes costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Nantes take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 3m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saintes and Nantes as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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