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Nantes to Orléans train

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Train timetable info Nantes-Orléans

Travel by train from Nantes to Orléans. 16 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Nantes at 4h 50m and the last at 19h 07m, allowing you to cover the 281.05 km distance in as little as 3h 03m. Tickets are available from 13€ (1).

Best prices Nantes-Orléans

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Tuesday 7 July July
55 € (1) TER
TER
Wednesday 8
13 € (1) OUIGO TRAIN CLASSIQUE
The cheapest
OUIGO TRAIN CLASSIQUE
Thursday 9

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Friday 10

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Saturday 11

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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 Nantes Orléans

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

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

By train, allow an average of 3h 52m to complete the Nantes to Orléans journey.

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

The fastest train can complete the journey from Nantes to Orléans in 3h 03m.

How many trains run from Nantes to Orléans each day?

You can choose from 16 trains per day to travel from Nantes to Orléans.

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

You can reach Orléans from Nantes via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Nantes and Orléans by train?

The total distance between Nantes and Orléans by train is approximately 281.05 km.

What time is the first train from Nantes to Orléans?

The first train departs from Nantes at 4h 50m to take you to Orléans.

What time is the last train from Nantes to Orléans?

The last train departs Nantes at 19h 07m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: NANTES.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: ORLEANS, LES AUBRAIS, ORLEANS AVENUE DE PARIS.

Which train companies operate trains from Nantes to Orléans?

The Nantes – Orléans route is served by: OUIGO Train Classique, TER, TGV INOUI, Intercités, OUIGO.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, choose between the OUIGO ESSENTIEL or OUIGO PLUS fare. The OUIGO ESSENTIEL offer includes one piece of hand luggage and one cabin bag. For 9 euros extra, the OUIGO PLUS offer also includes an additional or XL bag, seat selection (solo, standard, with or without a power socket), OUIFI and OUIFUN.

If you travel on OUIGO Train Classique, your train ticket includes a reserved seat, one item of hand luggage, and one cabin bag, with the option to add extra services.

On INTERCITÉS night trains, enjoy a peaceful night! Book your own private compartment: 1st class (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

With TGV INOUI, stay connected during your journey: free access for everyone to Wi-Fi and a world of services and content. You can also enjoy power outlets available at every seat.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

Take a train to Orléans from Nantes

The Nantes - Orléans train journey is with OUIGO Train Classique, TER, TGV INOUI, Intercités, OUIGO. Trains generally leave from NANTES and arrive at ORLEANS, LES AUBRAIS, ORLEANS AVENUE DE PARIS.

Journey times may vary depending on a number of factors, including the time you travel, the type of train, and whether you have to change trains. Some journeys take 3h 03m, but the average journey time is 3h 52m.

16 trains serve the Nantes - Orléans line every day. The first train leaves at 4h 50m and the last at 19h 07m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Nantes - Orléans train fare will depend on when you book, the timeslot, the type of ticket...

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

The price of a Nantes – Orléans 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 Nantes to Orléans 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 Nantes to Orléans.

Price of a Nantes – Orléans Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Orléans: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Nantes to Orléans at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Nantes – Orléans

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Nantes – Orléans Train

The best way to pay less for your Nantes to Orléans train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Nantes to Orléans, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Nantes to Orléans and alternative routes

For your journey to Orléans, if a direct train is available from Nantes, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Nantes - Orléans

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

TER

Travel from Nantes to Orléans 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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Classes of rail companies serving Nantes - Orléans

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

TER

Travel from Nantes to Orléans 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.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Nantes - Orléans

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Nantes to Orléans 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.

Train timetables Nantes-Orléans Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
4h 50m 8h 16m 3h 26m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 5300
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 20 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER 60272
  • Montlouis
  • Amboise
  • Veuves - Monteaux
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Chouzy
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Mer
  • Beaugency
  • Baule
  • Meung-Sur-Loire
  • Saint-Ay
  • Chaingy Fourneaux Plage
  • La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin
  • Orleans
6h 04m 10h 11m 4h 07m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8900
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 57 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60511
  • Les Aubrais
7h 12m 10h 51m 3h 39m TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 60002
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Tours
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Amboise
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Mer
  • Beaugency
  • Meung-Sur-Loire
  • Orleans
8h 07m 12h 19m 4h 12m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8808
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h09
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60515
  • Les Aubrais
9h 12m 12h 26m 3h 14m TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 60108
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • La Menitre
  • Saumur
  • Tours
  • 15 min
  • Tours
    TER 60556
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Amboise
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Les Aubrais
9h 44m 15h 00m 5h 16m TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 57708
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • 09 min
  • Angers Saint-Laud
    TER 60126
  • Trelaze
  • La Bohalle
  • Saint-Mathurin
  • La Menitre
  • Les Rosiers-Sur-Loire
  • Saumur
  • Port Boulet
  • La Chapelle-Sur-Loire
  • Saint-Patrice
  • Langeais
  • Cinq-Mars-La-Pile
  • Savonnieres
  • Saint-Genouph
  • Tours
  • 43 min
  • Tours
    TER 24228
  • Blois Gare Routiere
  • Orleans Avenue De Paris
12h 09m 16h 19m 4h 10m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8916
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h12
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60519
  • Les Aubrais
13h 04m 17h 20m 4h 16m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8874
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h00
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60521
  • Les Aubrais
14h 03m 18h 03m 4h 00m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8814
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 59 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 3913
  • Les Aubrais
14h 46m 18h 16m 3h 30m Intercités, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    Intercités 4406
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 08 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER 60274
  • Montlouis
  • Noizay
  • Amboise
  • Limeray
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Blois - Chambord
  • La Chaussee-Saint-Victor
  • Menars
  • Suevres
  • Mer
  • Beaugency
  • Baule
  • Meung-Sur-Loire
  • Saint-Ay
  • Chaingy Fourneaux Plage
  • La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin
  • Orleans
15h 04m 19h 19m 4h 15m TGV INOUI, OUIGO
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8922 - TGV INOUI 12472
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 50 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    OUIGO 4085
  • Juvisy
  • Les Aubrais
16h 12m 19h 31m 3h 19m TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 60112
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • La Menitre
  • Saumur
  • Port Boulet
  • Langeais
  • Cinq-Mars-La-Pile
  • Tours
  • 25 min
  • Tours
    TER 60262
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Orleans
17h 12m 20h 31m 3h 19m TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 60114
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • La Menitre
  • Saumur
  • Port Boulet
  • Langeais
  • Cinq-Mars-La-Pile
  • Tours
  • 09 min
  • Tours
    TER 60234
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Montlouis
  • Amboise
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Mer
  • Beaugency
  • Meung-Sur-Loire
  • Orleans
17h 30m 20h 33m 3h 03m OUIGO
Booking
  • Nantes
    OUIGO 4076
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Les Aubrais
18h 12m 21h 24m 3h 12m TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 60012
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Tours
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Amboise
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Mer
  • Beaugency
  • Meung-Sur-Loire
  • Orleans
19h 07m 23h 55m 4h 48m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8986 - TGV INOUI 12496
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h25
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60537
  • Les Aubrais