Caen to Nantes by train
Nantes lies 236 km (147 mi) south of Caen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 26 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 288 km (179 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Caen | Nantes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 110,624 | 325,070 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Caen, Gare de Caen Saint-Pierre | Nantes station, Chantenay Station, Gare de Doulon |
| Postal codes | 14000–14949 CEDEX 9 | 44000–44978 CEDEX 9 |
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Common questions
How far is Nantes from Caen?
236 km (147 mi) in a straight line, south of Caen; by road roughly 288 km (179 mi).
How long does it take to get from Caen to Nantes by train?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Caen and Nantes?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.