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Thinking about taking the train from Nantes to Carcassonne? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 8 minutes to travel the 335 miles (539 km) from Nantes to Carcassonne by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Nantes to Carcassonne start from £67.42 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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It takes an average of 11h 8m to travel from Nantes to Carcassonne by train, over a distance of around 335 miles (539 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Nantes to Carcassonne and tickets for this journey start from £67.42 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:50 | |
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Last train | 19:35 | |
Departure station | Nantes | |
Arrival station | Carcassonne | |
Journey time | From 6h 43m | |
Distance | 335 miles (539 km) | |
Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £67.42 | |
Train and bus operators | Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus |
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Nantes to Carcassonne by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Nantes and Carcassonne is 11 hours and 8 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Nantes to Carcassonne is 6 hours and 43 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Nantes to Carcassonne can start from as little as £67.42 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Nantes to Carcassonne. Travelling from Nantes to Carcassonne by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Nantes to Carcassonne leaves at 04:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Nantes to Carcassonne leaves at 19:35. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Nantes to Carcassonne cover a distance of around 335 miles (539 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Carcassonne to Nantes. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Nantes to Carcassonne.