The average train between Saint-Malo and Challans takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Saint-Malo to Challans. 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 5 times a day between Saint-Malo and Challans. The earliest departure is at 8:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saint-Malo is at 8:31 PM which arrives into Challans at 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Rennes and take an average of 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



3h 30m • 3 changes


4h 42m • 3 changes


5h 27m • 3 changes


4h 42m • 3 changes


3h 30m • 3 changes


4h 42m • 3 changes


5h 27m • 3 changes


4h 41m • 3 changes


3h 30m • 3 changes


4h 42m • 3 changes


5h 27m • 3 changes


4h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Saint-Malo to Challans? 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 Saint-Malo to Challans. However, there are services departing from St Malo station and arriving at Challans station via Rennes station, Redon station and Nantes station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Saint-Malo to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Malo station.
Saint-Malo to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Challans station.
Book your Saint-Malo to Challans train tickets online with Omio.
The distance between Saint-Malo and Challans is 200.6 km. The road distance is 233 km.
You can take a train from St Malo to Challans via Rennes, Redon, and Nantes in around 4h 58m.