Train Caen Nantes

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Information about the Caen to Nantes train

Travel by train from Caen to Nantes. 12 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Caen at 6h 01m and the last at 17h 59m, allowing you to cover the 357 km distance in as little as 3h 30m. Tickets are available from 45€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

4h 40m

Shortest route time

3h 30m

First hour of departure

6h 01m

Last hour of departure

17h 59m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Caen to Nantes train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
today 82 € (1) NOMAD RÉSA NOMAD RÉSA	Tuesday 6 October October 45 € (1) Aléop The cheapest Aléop	Wednesday 7 45 € (1) Aléop The cheapest Aléop	Thursday 8 45 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Friday 9 45 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Saturday 10 53 € (1) Aléop Aléop	Sunday 11 57 € (1) TER TER
Monday 12	Tuesday 13 45 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Wednesday 14	Thursday 15	Friday 16	Saturday 17	Sunday 18
Monday 19	Tuesday 20 45 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Wednesday 21 45 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Thursday 22	Friday 23	Saturday 24	Sunday 25
Monday 26 45 € (1) OUIGO The cheapest OUIGO	Tuesday 27	Wednesday 28	Thursday 29	Friday 30	Saturday 31	Sunday 1st November November 62 € (1) Aléop Aléop

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from Caen to Nantes

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

To get the best price for a train ticket, we recommend booking several months in advance. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

How long does a journey on a train from Caen to Nantes take?

The journey on a train from Caen to Nantes will take you about 4h 40m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Caen to Nantes?

The fastest train between Caen and Nantes completes the journey in 3h 30m.

How many trains run from Caen to Nantes each day?

12 trains run on the Caen to Nantes journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Caen and Nantes?

It is possible to travel between Caen and Nantes on Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Caen and Nantes by train?

By train, about 357 km separate Nantes from Caen.

What time is the first train from Caen to Nantes?

Looking for an early start? Take the Caen to Nantes train at 6h 01m.

What time is the last train from Caen to Nantes?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Caen at 17h 59m.

To leave Caen, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: CAEN.

At Nantes, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: NANTES.

Which train companies operate trains from Caen to Nantes?

You can complete your journey from Caen to Nantes on a OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI train.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on an OUIGO train, you can stay connected during your journey. With the OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare, select a seat with a power socket from 3 euros, and add the OUIFI option for 3 euros to enjoy Wi-Fi on board. These options are included if you choose OUIGO PLUS.

On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Caen to Nantes?

The price of a Caen – Nantes train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Caen to Nantes thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Caen to Nantes.

Price of a Caen – Nantes Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Caen to Nantes, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Caen to Nantes, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Caen – Nantes

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Caen to Nantes throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Caen – Nantes Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Caen to Nantes. For last-minute train tickets from Caen to Nantes, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Caen to Nantes and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Nantes on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Caen to Nantes?

If you're travelling from Caen to Nantes, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Caen to Nantes with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Caen to Nantes in advance!

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TER

Travel from Caen to Nantes with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Caen to Nantes on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Caen to Nantes: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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What travel classes are available on the Caen to Nantes train?

To travel from Caen to Nantes, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Caen to Nantes. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

TER

Travel from Caen to Nantes by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Caen to Nantes and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

What on-board services are available on the Caen to Nantes train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Caen to Nantes route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

TER

Free dedicated bike area

You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
PRM access

TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
Refundable up to the day before departure

All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
Plenty of space for your luggage

Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
Travel connected

Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
A gourmet break?

We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the Bistro

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Caen to Nantes train schedule for Tuesday 6 October 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 01m	9h 59m	3h 58m	TER, OUIGO	Booking
6h 01m Caen TER 57240 6h 15m Mezidon-Canon 6h 23m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 6h 45m Argentan 6h 56m Surdon 7h 06m Sees 7h 21m Alencon 7h 34m La Hutte Coulombiers 7h 43m Vivoin - Beaumont 7h 50m Teille 7h 55m Montbizot 8h 00m La Guierche 8h 06m Neuville 8h 13m Le Mans Hopital-Universite 8h 17m Le Mans Connection: 24 min 8h 41m Le Mans OUIGO 7621 9h 19m Angers Saint-Laud 9h 59m Nantes
7h 46m	11h 54m	4h 08m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 46m Caen TER 16550 7h 59m Mezidon-Canon 8h 05m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 8h 26m Argentan 8h 36m Surdon 8h 44m Sees 8h 58m Alencon 9h 16m Vivoin - Beaumont 9h 23m Montbizot 9h 38m Le Mans Connection: 59 min 10h 37m Le Mans TGV INOUI 8973 - TGV INOUI 8913 11h 14m Angers Saint-Laud 11h 54m Nantes
8h 00m	12h 54m	4h 54m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 00m Caen TER 3304 9h 57m Paris Saint-Lazare Connection: 55 min 10h 52m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8805 12h 14m Angers Saint-Laud 12h 54m Nantes
9h 04m	14h 20m	5h 16m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
9h 04m Caen TER 3340 11h 04m Paris Saint-Lazare Connection: 1h18 12h 22m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8807 14h 20m Nantes
10h 05m	15h 50m	5h 45m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 05m Caen TER 3306 12h 02m Paris Saint-Lazare Connection: 1h29 13h 31m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8875 14h 24m Le Mans 14h 46m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 15h 09m Angers Saint-Laud 15h 50m Nantes
10h 10m	15h 50m	5h 40m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 10m Caen TER 52018 10h 23m Mezidon-Canon 10h 37m Lisieux Connection: 10 min 10h 47m Lisieux TER 3374 11h 02m Bernay 11h 28m Evreux Normandie 12h 31m Paris Saint-Lazare Connection: 1h00 13h 31m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8875 14h 24m Le Mans 14h 46m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 15h 09m Angers Saint-Laud 15h 50m Nantes
12h 49m	16h 53m	4h 04m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
12h 49m Caen TER 16558 13h 02m Mezidon-Canon 13h 09m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 13h 30m Argentan 13h 41m Surdon 13h 49m Sees 14h 04m Alencon 14h 21m Vivoin - Beaumont 14h 28m Montbizot 14h 42m Le Mans Connection: 24 min 15h 06m Le Mans TER 57433 15h 16m La Suze 15h 31m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 15h 39m Morannes 15h 46m Etriche - Chateauneuf 15h 51m Tierce 16h 01m Angers Maitre Ecole 16h 05m Angers Saint-Laud Connection: 10 min 16h 15m Angers Saint-Laud TGV INOUI 8811 16h 53m Nantes
12h 49m	17h 54m	5h 05m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
12h 49m Caen TER 16558 13h 02m Mezidon-Canon 13h 09m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 13h 30m Argentan 13h 41m Surdon 13h 49m Sees 14h 04m Alencon 14h 21m Vivoin - Beaumont 14h 28m Montbizot 14h 42m Le Mans Connection: 1h54 16h 36m Le Mans TGV INOUI 8879 17h 14m Angers Saint-Laud 17h 54m Nantes
14h 44m	18h 54m	4h 10m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
14h 44m Caen TER 57118 14h 57m Mezidon-Canon 15h 03m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 15h 23m Argentan 15h 33m Surdon 15h 41m Sees 15h 55m Alencon 16h 13m Vivoin - Beaumont 16h 20m Montbizot 16h 34m Le Mans Connection: 1h02 17h 36m Le Mans TGV INOUI 8881 18h 14m Angers Saint-Laud 18h 54m Nantes
16h 47m	20h 17m	3h 30m	TER	Booking
16h 47m Caen TER 53622 17h 00m Mezidon-Canon 17h 06m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 17h 26m Argentan 17h 36m Surdon 17h 44m Sees 17h 58m Alencon 18h 32m Le Mans Connection: 10 min 18h 42m Le Mans TER 57333 19h 02m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 19h 11m Morannes 19h 18m Etriche - Chateauneuf 19h 23m Tierce 19h 34m Angers Saint-Laud 19h 58m Ancenis 20h 17m Nantes
17h 48m	21h 18m	3h 30m	TER	Booking
17h 48m Caen TER 53624 18h 01m Mezidon-Canon 18h 08m Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives 18h 28m Argentan 18h 39m Surdon 18h 47m Sees 19h 00m Alencon 19h 33m Le Mans Connection: 10 min 19h 43m Le Mans TER 57329 20h 06m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 20h 35m Angers Saint-Laud 20h 59m Ancenis 21h 18m Nantes
17h 59m	23h 54m	5h 55m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
17h 59m Caen TER 3318 19h 56m Paris Saint-Lazare Connection: 1h56 21h 52m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8827 23h 14m Angers Saint-Laud 23h 54m Nantes

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To leave Caen, which station(s) can I depart from?

At Nantes, which station(s) will I arrive at?

Which train companies operate trains from Caen to Nantes?

What services are offered on board?

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Caen to Nantes?

Price of a Caen – Nantes Train Ticket

Promotional Fare for Caen – Nantes

Last-minute Caen – Nantes Train

Direct train from Caen to Nantes and alternative routes

Which companies operate the train from Caen to Nantes?

OUIGO

What travel classes are available on the Caen to Nantes train?

OUIGO

What on-board services are available on the Caen to Nantes train?

OUIGO

Caen to Nantes train schedule for Tuesday 6 October 2026

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