The average train between Preston and Nantes takes 9h 48m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 Preston and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Nantes at 12:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 9h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Nantes station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.
Preston to Nantes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Nantes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nantes station.
Book your Preston to Nantes train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 4 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Nantes is 732.3 km. The road distance is 1,176 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Nantes via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 7h 56m.