Going from Saintes to Nantes by train

About to set off from Saintes to Nantes by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Saintes and Nantes

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$67.89, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Saintes and Nantes

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 22 trains make this journey of 178 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Saintes is at 09:02 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 19:36.

During the weekend, 09:05 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 19:36 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 7 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Saintes to Nantes

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 38 minutes. The total distance travelled is 178 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Saintes and Nantes

Tickets for travel between Saintes and Nantes can be booked 5 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Saintes to Nantes

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Saintes and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Nantes city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Saintes to Nantes?

The total distance from Saintes to Nantes is 178 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Saintes to Nantes cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is AU$67.89. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Saintes to Nantes train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Saintes to Nantes?

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 38 minutes.