Nantes to Rouen by train
Rouen lies 316 km (196 mi) north-east of Nantes, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 55 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 385 km (239 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nantes | Rouen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 325,070 | 116,331 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Nantes station, Chantenay Station, Gare de Doulon | Gare de Rouen Orléans, Gare de Rouen Saint-Sever, Gare de Rouen Martinville |
| Postal codes | 44000–44978 CEDEX 9 | 76000–76945 CEDEX 9 |
Where to book trains from Nantes to Rouen
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Common questions
How far is Rouen from Nantes?
316 km (196 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Nantes; by road roughly 385 km (239 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nantes to Rouen by train?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nantes and Rouen?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.