Nantes to Lugano by train
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Overview: trains from Nantes to Lugano
Find the key information for travelling by train from Nantes to Lugano, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Travelling from Nantes to Lugano by train
Considering a train trip from Nantes to Lugano? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.
Train cost between Nantes and Lugano: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$315.36, then go to AU$360, if booked a month in advance, and AU$362, if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.
Train times for travel between Nantes and Lugano
If you are taking the train from Nantes to Lugano, you will have 21 trains each day (with a departure every 12 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:55. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 18:05. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:50, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 18:57.
Average train travel time and distance from Nantes to Lugano
On this route, the fastest trip lasts 9 hours and 24 minutes, spanning 813 kilometres in total.
Booking Nantes to Lugano trains in advance
Booking your Nantes to Lugano tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.
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More information on train travel from Nantes to Lugano
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Lugano city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Nantes to Lugano
Want to know more about your journey from Nantes to Lugano? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey between Nantes and Lugano spans 813 kilometres.
The cheapest fare for this route is AU$315.36. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost AU$360. A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs AU$362.
Tickets for travel between Nantes to Lugano are available 5 months before departure.
The fastest travel time is 9 hours and 24 minutes.
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- From Lucerne to Lugano From AU$62.05
- From Arth-Goldau to Lugano From AU$55.48
- From Basel to Lugano From AU$94.17
- From Strasbourg to Lugano From AU$154.76
- From Paris to Lugano From AU$135.05
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- From London to Lugano From AU$177.39
- From Mulhouse to Lugano From AU$94.17
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- From Lugano to Zurich From AU$62.78
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- From Lugano to Lucerne From AU$60.59
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- From Lugano to Genoa From AU$58.69
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- From Lugano to Venice From AU$47.74
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