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Information about the Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes train

Travel by train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes. 6 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Le Puy-en-Velay at 4h 33m and the last at 12h 38m, allowing you to cover the 731 km distance in as little as 7h 11m.

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How much does a train ticket from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes cost?

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Get tickets at the lowest prices by adjusting the day and time of your departure. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

How long does a journey on a train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes take?

The Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes journey lasts 8h 26m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes?

The fastest train between Le Puy-en-Velay and Nantes completes the journey in 7h 11m.

How many trains run from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes each day?

6 trains complete the Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Le Puy-en-Velay and Nantes?

You can reach Nantes from Le Puy-en-Velay via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Le Puy-en-Velay and Nantes by train?

The train journey between Le Puy-en-Velay and Nantes, covers around 731 km.

What time is the first train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes train at 4h 33m.

What time is the last train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes?

The last train leaves Le Puy-en-Velay at 12h 38m.

To leave Le Puy-en-Velay, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: LE PUY-EN-VELAY.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: NANTES.

Which train companies operate trains from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes?

The Le Puy-en-Velay – Nantes route is served by: TER, TGV INOUI, Intercités.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on INTERCITÉS, you can bring your bicycle on board. Depending on your journey, a paid reservation may be required.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, you will benefit from renovated and comfortable carriages, power outlets, Wi-Fi service, and a welcoming bar. Welcome to your new bubble of comfort.

If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes?

The price of a Le Puy-en-Velay – 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 Le Puy-en-Velay 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 Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes.

Price of a Le Puy-en-Velay – Nantes Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Le Puy-en-Velay 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 Le Puy-en-Velay 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.

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Last-minute Le Puy-en-Velay – Nantes Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Le Puy-en-Velay - Nantes. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes?

If you're travelling from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Le Puy-en-Velay 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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What travel classes are available on the Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes train?

To travel from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Le Puy-en-Velay 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.

What on-board services are available on the Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes train?

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

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.

Which stations does the train from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Nantes

Nantes

Nantes station is the main railway station in the Nantes metropolitan area. It serves many regional and national destinations, with 15 million passengers a year. At Nantes station you will find several shops where you can eat, as well as waiting areas. Passengers will also find a TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur lounge.

How do I get to Nantes station?

The station can be reached in several ways. Tram line 1 (Gare Nord - Jardin des Plantes station) takes you there, as does busway line 5 (Gare Sud stop). Several bus lines also run to the station.

What are the main connections from Nantes station?

With its 15 tracks, Nantes station offers a large number of journeys every day. TGV INOUI, OUIGO, OUIGO Train Classique, INTERCITÉS and TER trains take you to the Pays de la Loire and Brittany regions, and across France.

From Nantes station, you can reach Paris in around 2 hours. TGV trains are available to major French cities such as Lyon, Lille, Marseille and Strasbourg. As an extension of the Nantes-Lille route, an international connection to Brussels is also available. You can also easily reach Bordeaux or Lyon on Intercités trains. Regionally, TER Pays de la Loire lines make it easy to travel to many towns, including Clisson, Brest, Le Mans and Rennes.

The bus station is near the south exit. TER coaches serve the surrounding towns. A shuttle runs to Nantes Atlantique airport.

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Le Puy-en-Velay to Nantes train schedule for Wednesday 4 November 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
4h 33m 12h 54m 8h 21m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Puy-En-Velay
    TER 89951
  • Vorey
  • Retournac
  • Bas - Monistrol
  • Aurec
  • Firminy
  • Le Chambon-Feugerolles
  • La Ricamarie
  • Saint-Etienne Bellevue
  • Saint-Etienne Le Clapier
  • Saint-Etienne Carnot
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
  • Connection: 44 min
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TGV INOUI 6692
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h22
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8805
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Nantes
7h 39m 14h 50m 7h 11m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Puy-En-Velay
    TER 89953
  • Lavoute-Sur-Loire
  • Saint-Vincent Le Chateau
  • Vorey
  • Chamalieres-Sur-Loire
  • Retournac
  • Pont De Lignon
  • Bas - Monistrol
  • Aurec
  • Firminy
  • Saint-Etienne Bellevue
  • Saint-Etienne Carnot
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
  • Connection: 10 min
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86865
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 24 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5354
  • Massy Tgv
  • Le Mans
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Nantes
8h 07m 16h 13m 8h 06m TER, Intercités
Booking
  • Le Puy-En-Velay
    TER 73704
  • Darsac
  • Lachaud Curmilhac
  • Saint-Georges-D'aurac
  • Paulhaguet
  • Brioude
  • Arvant
  • Brassac-Les-Mines - Sainte-Florine
  • Le Breuil-Sur-Couze
  • Issoire
  • Vic-Le-Comte
  • Clermont La Pardieu
  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Connection: 08 min
  • Clermont-Ferrand
    Intercités 5966
  • Riom - Chatel-Guyon
  • Vichy
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
    Intercités 4502
  • Nevers
  • Bourges
  • Vierzon
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Saumur
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Nantes
9h 45m 18h 50m 9h 05m TER, Intercités
Booking
  • Le Puy-En-Velay
    TER 31334
  • Le Puy-En-Velay Lafayette
  • Le Puy-En-Velay Chantemesse Hopital
  • Borne
  • Lanthenas
  • Coubladour - Rond-Point
  • Fix St Geneys Rn 102 Bourg
  • Sainte-Eugenie-De-Villeneuve
  • Saint-Georges-D'aurac - Bourg
  • Paulhaguet Monument
  • Paulhaguet
  • La Chomette
  • Brioude
  • Arvant
  • Brassac-Les-Mines - Sainte-Florine
  • Le Breuil-Sur-Couze
  • Issoire
  • Parent - Coudes - Champeix
  • Vic-Le-Comte
  • Les Martres-De-Veyre
  • Le Cendre - Orcet
  • Sarlieve - Cournon
  • Clermont La Pardieu
  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Connection: 33 min
  • Clermont-Ferrand
    Intercités 5970
  • Riom - Chatel-Guyon
  • Vichy
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Nevers
  • Connection: 11 min
  • Nevers
    Intercités 4504
  • Bourges
  • Vierzon
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Saumur
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Nantes
10h 33m 18h 54m 8h 21m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Le Puy-En-Velay
    TER 89959
  • Vorey
  • Retournac
  • Bas - Monistrol
  • Aurec
  • Firminy
  • Saint-Etienne Bellevue
  • Saint-Etienne Carnot
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TGV INOUI 6694
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h39
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8881
  • Le Mans
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Nantes
12h 38m 22h 05m 9h 27m TER, Intercités
Booking
  • Le Puy-En-Velay
    TER 89977
  • Lavoute-Sur-Loire
  • Saint-Vincent Le Chateau
  • Vorey
  • Chamalieres-Sur-Loire
  • Retournac
  • Pont De Lignon
  • Bas - Monistrol
  • Aurec
  • Firminy
  • Saint-Etienne Bellevue
  • Saint-Etienne Carnot
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
  • Connection: 46 min
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86928
  • Saint-Etienne La Terrasse
  • Boutheon
  • Veauche - Saint-Galmier
  • Montrond-Les-Bains
  • Feurs
  • Balbigny
  • Saint-Jodard
  • Le Coteau
  • Roanne
  • Connection: 30 min
  • Roanne
    Intercités 4506
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Nevers
  • Bourges
  • Vierzon
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Saumur
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Nantes