The average train between Ghent and Nantes takes 6h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent 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 Ghent and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 7:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Nantes at 9:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 6h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 18m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent 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 Ghent to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Nantes station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.
Ghent to Nantes train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Nantes train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Ghent to Nantes train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), TGV inOui and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Nantes is 573 km. The road distance is 687 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Nantes via Lille Flandres, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 5h 29m.