What is the cheapest way to get from Challans to Saumur?

The cheapest way to get from Challans to Saumur is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Challans to Saumur?

The fastest way to get from Challans to Saumur is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Challans and Saumur?

No, there is no direct bus from Challans to Saumur. However, there are services departing from Gare SNCF and arriving at Saumur via La Roche Sur Yon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Challans and Saumur?

No, there is no direct train from Challans to Saumur. However, there are services departing from Challans and arriving at Saumur via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Challans to Saumur?

The distance between Challans and Saumur is 191 km. The road distance is 152.3 km.

How do I travel from Challans to Saumur without a car?

The best way to get from Challans to Saumur without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €28 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Challans to Saumur?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Challans to Saumur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Challans to Saumur bus from?

Challans to Saumur bus services, operated by Aléop en Vendée, depart from Gare SNCF station.

Where do I catch the Challans to Saumur train from?

Challans to Saumur train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Challans station.

Train or bus from Challans to Saumur?

The best way to get from Challans to Saumur is to train which takes 3h and costs €28 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Challans to Saumur bus arrive?

Challans to Saumur bus services, operated by Aléop en Vendée, arrive at Pem-Sncf station.

Where does the Challans to Saumur train arrive?

Challans to Saumur train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from Challans to Saumur?

Yes, the driving distance between Challans to Saumur is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Challans to Saumur.

How do I get a train ticket from Challans to Saumur?

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Challans to Saumur - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Challans to Saumur by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Challans to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saumurtrain 121A / ...
3h
€28–72
Drive 152.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Challans to Saumurcar 152.3 km
2h 21m
€24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncfbus E500 / ...
2. Take the bus from La Roche Sur Yon to Saumurbus Autocar
4h 43m
€31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Gare routièrebus 12
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saumurtrain 121A / ...
3h 5m
€30–65

Challans to Saumur by train

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Map of how to get from Challans to Saumur.

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Distance: 191.4 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Challans, France and Saumur, Pays de la Loire, France?

You can take a train from Challans to Saumur via Nantes in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gare SNCF to Saumur via Pem-Sncf and La Roche Sur Yon in around 4h 43m.

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