Nantes to Orléans by train
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Overview: trains from Nantes to Orléans
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Travelling from Nantes to Orléans by train
Want to know how to get from Nantes to Orléans by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Nantes to Orléans take around 2 hours and 43 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 270 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Nantes is scheduled to depart at around 07:10. The last departure is usually at around 18:18 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Nantes at around 09:08, with the last train leaving at around 20:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 minute.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$56.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Orléans, 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 Orléans.
Is there a direct train from Nantes to Orléans?
Yes, there is a direct train from Nantes to Orléans.
How long does it take to travel from Nantes to Orléans?
The Nantes to Orléans train travel takes about 2 hours and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Nantes to Orléans train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Orléans leaving Nantes at around 07:10 and the last train leaving at around 18:18 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Nantes at around 09:08, with the final departure at 20:35.
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- From Orléans to Angers From US$49.50
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