The average train between Penzance and Nantes takes 12h 52m and the fastest train takes 10h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance 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 Penzance and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Nantes at 12:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 12h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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12h 46m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Nantes station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.
Penzance to Nantes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Nantes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Penzance to Nantes train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Penzance and Nantes is 435.4 km. The road distance is 1,333 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Nantes via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2 in around 11h 33m.