The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Nantes
Cheapest price
$218
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
11 h 26 m
Average duration
11 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
712 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Nantes will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $218.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Nantes without transferring at least once.
9708 · 89859:26 AM11h28Barcelona Sants8:54 PMNantes station$2181One-way1 transfer
9708 · 8067+
8583919:26 AM11h26Barcelona Sants8:52 PMNantes station$2381One-way2 transfers
9708 · 8067+
8583919:26 AM11h26Barcelona Sants8:52 PMNantes station$2381One-way2 transfers
9708 · 89859:26 AM11h28Barcelona Sants8:54 PMNantes station$2181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Barcelona to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$245 Average price | $99 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest |
9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 26m Average total duration 12h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Nantes trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:26 AM Barcelona | 9h54 | 6:20 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Barcelona | 9h52 | 6:20 PM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Barcelona | 17h29 | 8:54 AM Nantes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
9708 · 8067+ 858391 | On time 7:26 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h26 | 6:52 PM Nantes station | 2 transfers | |
9708 · 8985 | On time 7:26 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h28 | 6:54 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Nantes
Trains from Barcelona to Nantes run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $143 (€116) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 9h 52m.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average train duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€116) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 52m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 4:34 PM |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Barcelona to Nantes trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Barcelona and Nantes from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Nantes
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- 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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