The average train between Folkestone and Nantes takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Nantes at 2:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Nantes station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
Folkestone to Nantes train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Nantes train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Folkestone to Nantes train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Nantes is 473 km. The road distance is 953 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Nantes via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2 in around 7h 9m.