Nantes to Saintes by train
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Overview: trains from Nantes to Saintes
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Nantes to Saintes train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Nantes to Saintes by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Nantes to Saintes take around 2 hours and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 178 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Nantes is scheduled to depart at around 07:25. The last departure is usually at around 17:55. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 19 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$50.05.
We think any time is a great time to visit Saintes, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Saintes.
Is there a direct train from Nantes to Saintes?
Yes, there is a direct train from Nantes to Saintes.
How long does it take to travel from Nantes to Saintes?
The Nantes to Saintes train travel takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Nantes to Saintes train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Saintes leaving Nantes at around 07:25 and the last train leaving at around 17:55. This is the same at the weekend.
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Other train journeys to Saintes
- From Bordeaux to Saintes From CA$20.15
- From La Rochelle to Saintes From CA$15.60
- From Angoulême to Saintes From CA$15.60
- From Royan to Saintes From CA$8.45
- From Paris to Saintes From CA$52.00
- From Niort to Saintes From CA$15.60
- From Cognac to Saintes From CA$8.45
- From London to Saintes From CA$384.15
- From Poitiers to Saintes From CA$48.75
- From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Saintes From CA$131.30
Other train journeys from Saintes
- From Saintes to Bordeaux From CA$15.60
- From Saintes to Royan From CA$7.80
- From Saintes to Angoulême From CA$27.30
- From Saintes to Paris From CA$65.00
- From Saintes to La Rochelle From CA$15.60
- From Saintes to Cognac From CA$7.80
- From Saintes to London From CA$247.00
- From Saintes to Niort From CA$26.00
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