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Lyon to Nantes Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

The Lyon to Nantes train is mainly served by direct TGV INOUI services operated by SNCF, with some additional options requiring a connection. Trains depart from Lyon Part-Dieu and usually run west via the high-speed network around Massy TGV, Le Mans, and Angers before arriving at Nantes station. The rail distance is about 685 km, with the fastest direct trains taking around 4 hours 19 minutes and slower direct or connecting trips taking about 5 hours 30 minutes. There are usually around 5 to 7 direct departures per day, with more choices if one-change itineraries are included. One-way TGV INOUI fares between Lyon and Nantes start from about €29 ($31 USD) for advance Second Class fares and can rise to around €120 ($129 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Lyon

Nantes

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:12

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

5h 7m

11:19

NantesStation

Direct

OUI 5351

from

143 USD

5h 7m, Direct

06:12

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

11:19

NantesStation

from

143 USD

Direct

OUI 5351

06:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

4h 49m

11:19

NantesStation

Direct

OUI 5351

from

143 USD

4h 49m, Direct

06:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

11:19

NantesStation

from

143 USD

Direct

OUI 5351

Day trains

12:04

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

6h 46m

18:50

NantesStation

Direct

IC 4504

from

157 USD

6h 46m, Direct

12:04

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

18:50

NantesStation

from

157 USD

Direct

IC 4504

15:15

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

6h 50m

22:05

NantesStation

Direct

IC 4506

from

157 USD

6h 50m, Direct

15:15

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

22:05

NantesStation

from

157 USD

Direct

IC 4506

Evening trains

18:31

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

4h 40m

23:11

NantesStation

Direct

OUI 5358

from

150 USD

4h 40m, Direct

18:31

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

23:11

NantesStation

from

150 USD

Direct

OUI 5358

First train

06:11

Last train

18:31

Travel duration

5h 49m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lyon

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Nantes

Ticket price

$91

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Lyon to Nantes Route Overview

The Lyon to Nantes route is one of France's useful cross-country TGV links because it avoids a station change across Paris on many departures. The trip combines high-speed running on LGV sections with classic-line running through the Loire region west of Le Mans. Seats on TGV INOUI are reserved, so each ticket is tied to a specific train and coach. A distinctive part of this route is the approach through Angers and the lower Loire corridor before reaching Nantes, a city shaped by river trade and Atlantic links.

Travel time

5h 49m

Train type

Fastest trip

4h 20m

Longest trip

6h 59m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and the Rhone valley. Lyon Part-Dieu is the main long-distance station, located east of the Presqu'ile with metro, tram, and Rhonexpress airport links.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

5h 49m

Nantes

Nantes is the largest city in western France and the historic capital of the former Duchy of Brittany. Nantes station sits just east of the center, close to the Jardin des Plantes and within tram reach of the Chateau des ducs de Bretagne and Ile de Nantes.

Nantes

Station

Practical Information for TGV INOUI Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules apply on direct Lyon to Nantes services. Label bags before boarding and keep aisles and door areas clear.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring up to 2 large pieces of luggage with a maximum size of 130 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Each item must be manageable by the passenger and carry a visible name label.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trains have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near coach entrances, and space between some seat backs. Large suitcases should be placed in the racks at the coach ends rather than in the aisle.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles must be carried in a cover and fit within accepted luggage dimensions unless a bike space is specifically available on the selected train. Skis, musical instruments, and sports equipment must be packed and kept within the permitted size limits.

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Lyon to Nantes Map

The Lyon to Nantes rail route starts at Lyon Part-Dieu, uses high-speed lines north and west of Lyon, then crosses toward the Atlantic side of France via the Paris region bypass around Massy TGV. Many direct trains continue through Le Mans and Angers before reaching Nantes. The route links the Rhone valley with the lower Loire, changing from dense urban rail around Lyon and the Paris approaches to open agricultural areas and river landscapes in western France.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 47m

Price from

$48

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 40m

Price from

$57

Departures

154

Rating

The Lyon to Nantes train links Lyon Part-Dieu and Nantes station without airport transfers, and direct TGV departures take a little over 4 hours on the fastest services. Long-distance buses are usually cheaper but often take 9 to 11 hours between Lyon Perrache or Part-Dieu and Nantes. Flights from Lyon to Nantes take about 1 hour 15 minutes in the air, but access to Lyon-Saint Exupery, security, boarding, and transfer from Nantes Atlantique add substantial extra time. Rail also produces lower carbon emissions than flying on this domestic route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

5h 49m

$91-$197

Bus

Apprx.

10h 0m

$25-$65

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$60-$220

FAQ about the Lyon - Nantes Route

How long is the train from Lyon to Nantes?

The fastest direct Lyon to Nantes TGV takes around 4 hours 19 minutes. Slower direct or one-change journeys commonly take about 5 hours to 5 hours 30 minutes, depending on stops and connection time. The rail distance is about 685 km.

How much is the train from Lyon to Nantes?

One-way TGV INOUI fares from Lyon to Nantes start from about €29 ($31 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can reach around €120 ($129 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Lyon to Nantes?

TGV INOUI trainsets on the Lyon to Nantes route can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because the route also includes classic-line sections west of Le Mans toward Angers and Nantes.

How to book Lyon to Nantes train tickets?

Book Lyon to Nantes train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your date, selecting a direct TGV INOUI or a connecting itinerary, and choosing Second Class or First Class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers iOS and Android apps for managing tickets.

Does a France rail pass cover Lyon to Nantes?

Interrail and Eurail passes can be used on TGV INOUI services in France, but passholder seat reservations are required and places can be limited. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for the Lyon to Nantes route.

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