What is the cheapest way to get from Nantes to Chinon?

The cheapest way to get from Nantes to Chinon is to drive which costs €24 - €35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nantes to Chinon?

The fastest way to get from Nantes to Chinon is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Nantes and Chinon?

No, there is no direct bus from Nantes to Chinon. However, there are services departing from Nantes and arriving at Chinon via Vaucanson and Tours. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Nantes and Chinon?

No, there is no direct train from Nantes to Chinon. However, there are services departing from Nantes and arriving at Chinon via Tours. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Nantes to Chinon?

The distance between Nantes and Chinon is 245 km. The road distance is 155.2 km.

How do I travel from Nantes to Chinon without a car?

The best way to get from Nantes to Chinon without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €35 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Nantes to Chinon?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Nantes to Chinon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nantes to Chinon bus from?

Nantes to Chinon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nantes station.

Where do I catch the Nantes to Chinon train from?

Nantes to Chinon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Nantes station.

Train or bus from Nantes to Chinon?

The best way to get from Nantes to Chinon is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €45 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Nantes to Chinon bus arrive?

Nantes to Chinon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Tours station.

Where does the Nantes to Chinon train arrive?

Nantes to Chinon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Tours station.

Can I drive from Nantes to Chinon?

Yes, the driving distance between Nantes to Chinon is 155 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Nantes to Chinon.

How do I get a train ticket from Nantes to Chinon?

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Where can I stay near Chinon?

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Nantes to Chinon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nantes to Chinon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nantes to Tourstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Tours to Chinontrain Ter
3h 12m
€39–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nantes to Toursbus 724 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tours to Chinonbus Autocar
4h 47m
€19–44
Drive 155.2 km
1. Drive from Nantes to Chinoncar 155.2 km
2h 18m
€25–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nantes to Tourstrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Tours to Chinonbus Autocar
3h 19m
€34–76

Nantes to Chinon by train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.8 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Nantes, France and Chinon, France?

You can take a train from Nantes to Chinon via Tours in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nantes to Chinon via Tours, Vaucanson, Gare de Tours 6, and Tours in around 4h 47m.

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