The average train between Santander and Nantes takes 21h 8m and the fastest train takes 15h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander 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 3 times a day between Santander and Nantes. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Nantes at 8:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 21h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Santander 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 Santander to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Nantes station via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 8m.
Santander to Nantes train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Nantes train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Nantes station.
The distance between Santander and Nantes is 452.8 km. The road distance is 1,002 km.
You can take a train from Santander to Nantes via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and St Pierre Des Corps in around 15h 3m.