The average train between Caen and Nantes takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Caen 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 Caen and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Caen is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Nantes at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 5m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Caen 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 Caen to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Caen station and arriving at Nantes station via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Caen to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Caen station.
Caen to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Caen to Nantes train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Caen and Nantes is 236.1 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Caen to Nantes via Le Mans in around 4h 2m.