How much is the train ticket from Lyon to Nantes?

The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Nantes start from R 557. The average price for this train route is around R 3 274. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lyon to Nantes?

The average train journey time from Lyon to Nantes is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 517 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by TGV inOui .

Which train operators serve the Lyon to Nantes route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui , SNCF Intercités .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lyon to Nantes?

The earliest train from Lyon to Nantes departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 15:04.

Which is the best train operator from Lyon to Nantes?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Nantes?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator SNCF Intercités has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Nantes?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Lyon to Nantes?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is SNCF Intercités , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Lyon to Nantes from R 557

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lyon to Nantes on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:04	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	4h 50m	19:54	Nantes Train Station	No tags
Train	15:04	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	7h 1m	22:05	Nantes Train Station	No tags
Train	17:38	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	5h 16m	22:54	Nantes Train Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	4h 41m	23:11	Nantes Train Station	No tags
Train	19:04	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	4h 50m	23:54	Nantes Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Nantes

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nantes. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 805, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

7h 20mAverage duration

517 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 522 - R 3 868	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 557 - R 5 714	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 805 - R 1 904	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Lyon and Nantes?

Lyon

A
Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
Visit page
C
Lyon Airport

Nantes

A
2 route de Paris
2 route de Paris , 44000 Nantes, France
B
1 Rue du Ranzay
1 Rue du Ranzay, 44300 Nantes, France
C
Gare SNCF Nantes
27 Boulevard de Stalingrad, 44000 Nantes, France

Train Companies

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

SNCF Intercités

3.5/512 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FR train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Nantes by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lyon to Nantes?
The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Nantes start from R 557. The average price for this train route is around R 3 274. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lyon to Nantes?
The average train journey time from Lyon to Nantes is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 517 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by TGV inOui.
Which train operators serve the Lyon to Nantes route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui, SNCF Intercités.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lyon to Nantes?
The earliest train from Lyon to Nantes departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 15:04.
Which is the best train operator from Lyon to Nantes?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Nantes?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator SNCF Intercités has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Nantes?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Lyon to Nantes?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is SNCF Intercités, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.