Nantes to Madrid train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Nantes to Madrid by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Nantes to Madrid take around 12 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 776 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Nantes is scheduled to depart at around  04:50. The last departure is usually at around 21:06 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Nantes at around 04:50, with the last train leaving at around 22:40. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 36 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$225.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Madrid, 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 Madrid.

Is there a direct train from Nantes to Madrid?

The journey between Nantes and Madrid usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Nantes to Madrid?

The Nantes to Madrid train travel takes about 12 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Nantes to Madrid train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Madrid leaving Nantes at around 04:50 and the last train leaving at around 21:06 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Nantes at around 04:50, with the final departure at 22:40.