The average train between Chartres and Challans takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Chartres to Challans. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Chartres and Challans. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chartres is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Challans at 10:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Le Mans and take an average of 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chartres to Challans? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chartres to Challans. However, there are services departing from Chartres station and arriving at Challans station via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.
Chartres to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chartres station.
Chartres to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Challans station.
Book your Chartres to Challans train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Chartres and Challans is 308.8 km. The road distance is 368 km.
You can take a train from Chartres to Challans via Le Mans and Nantes in around 4h 32m.