The average train between Chester and Nantes takes 9h 50m and the fastest train takes 7h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Nantes. 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 every 4 hours between Chester and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Nantes at 12:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 9h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Nantes? 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 Chester to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Nantes station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.
Chester to Nantes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Nantes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Chester to Nantes train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Nantes is 671 km. The road distance is 1,129 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Nantes via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2 in around 8h 22m.