The average train between Dax and Challans takes 12h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Dax 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 Dax and Challans. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dax is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Challans at 2:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Bordeaux St Jean and take an average of 12h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dax 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 Dax to Challans. However, there are services departing from Dax station and arriving at Challans station via Bordeaux St Jean station, St Pierre Des Corps station and Nantes station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.
Dax to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dax station.
Dax to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Challans station.
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The distance between Dax and Challans is 354.6 km. The road distance is 442 km.
You can take a train from Dax to Challans via Bordeaux St Jean, Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, and Nantes in around 8h 49m.