The average train between Manchester and Nantes takes 8h 57m and the fastest train takes 7h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 3 hours between Manchester and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Nantes at 12:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 8h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Nantes station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.
Manchester to Nantes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Nantes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Manchester to Nantes train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Nantes is 698.2 km. The road distance is 1,136 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly 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 23m.