Taxi Nantes → Saint-Nazaire
Your Nantes → Saint-Nazaire transfer at €125–€155. 65 km via the N165, toll-free.
A taxi between Nantes and Saint-Nazaire costs between €125 and €155 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 65 kilometres and a journey time of from 45 to 60 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes N165/A11, with no tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
65 km
Duration
45 min
Estimated price
€125–€155
Availability
24/7
Saint-Nazaire is inseparable from French naval history. It is here at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard that the world's largest cruise ships are built: the France, the Queen Mary 2, the Symphony of the Seas and most recently the Icon of the Seas. The city, largely rebuilt after World War II bombings, offers unique modernist urban planning with the submarine base turned cultural space, the panoramic Ville-Port rooftop and Escal'Atlantic, an immersive museum dedicated to transatlantic liners. The Nantes — Saint-Nazaire route is used daily by Chantiers de l'Atlantique workers, Airbus employees (the Saint-Nazaire plant builds A320/A380 fuselages), and tourists visiting La Baule and the Côte d'Amour. It is also a key route for cruise passengers embarking at Saint-Nazaire port. A taxi is particularly useful on ship launch days or cruise embarkation days when car parks are full and trains overcrowded.
Route
Route Nantes → Saint-Nazaire
Your driver leaves Nantes via Boulevard de la Prairie-au-Duc and joins the N165 (Nantes — Saint-Nazaire expressway), entirely free and dual carriageway throughout. The road follows the north bank of the Loire estuary, offering spectacular views of the river and the Donges wetlands. You pass through Savenay, Montoir-de-Bretagne (site of the LNG terminal) and Trignac. Arrival in Saint-Nazaire is via Boulevard de Verdun. For coastal destinations (Pornichet, La Baule), continue on the N171. The journey flows freely outside rush hours (7-9am and 5-7pm), when slowdowns concentrate at the Nantes exit near the Sillon de Bretagne. Allow 45 minutes in normal conditions, 55-60 minutes during peak hours.
Main route: N165/A11 — no tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Nantes → Saint-Nazaire
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Nantes → Saint-Nazaire route
If you are boarding a cruise at Saint-Nazaire port, book your taxi at least 48 hours in advance and allow 1.5 hours before embarkation. The cruise terminal is at Quai de la Jouannais. To visit Escal'Atlantic and the submarine base, parking is free but limited in summer — a taxi avoids this hassle. The Chantiers de l'Atlantique offers guided tours (booking required via Escal'Atlantic website, €15 per adult): your driver can drop you at the shipyard entrance and collect you after the tour. The Saint-Nazaire market (Tuesday, Friday and Sunday morning, Place du Commando) is excellent for fresh seafood. In summer, Les Escales festival (world music, July) attracts 30,000 visitors — return taxis to Nantes are in high demand.
Tolls: no tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Nantes → Saint-Nazaire
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€125–€155
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€144–€178
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€138–€171
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Nantes to Saint-Nazaire?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER train Nantes — Saint-Nazaire costs €9.40 (full fare) and takes 35-50 minutes depending on stops, with good frequency (every 30 min on weekdays). The LILA bus connects both cities in 1h15 for €2 but with limited schedule flexibility. By car, expect €7 in fuel (no tolls). The TaxiNeo taxi at €125–€155 is the comfort choice for groups: for 3-4 passengers (€20-33 per person), it compares to the train with door-to-door service and luggage handling — particularly worthwhile for cruise passengers with suitcases or families with children.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€125–€155
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€200
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Nantes → Saint-Nazaire
How long is the Nantes to Saint-Nazaire taxi journey?
The journey takes 45 minutes in normal conditions via the N165. During rush hours (7-9am, 5-7pm), allow 55-60 minutes due to slowdowns leaving Nantes. The price booked in advance ranges from €125 to €155, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200.
Can the taxi drop me at the Saint-Nazaire cruise terminal?
Yes, your driver drops you directly at Quai de la Jouannais, in front of the cruise terminal. Book 48 hours in advance and allow extra time before embarkation. Allow 45 minutes in light traffic and up to 60 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €125 to €155, luggage included.
On the Nantes — Saint-Nazaire route, is the N165 toll-free?
Yes, the N165 (Nantes — Saint-Nazaire expressway) is entirely free. It is a dual carriageway with no tolls. The price booked in advance ranges from €125 to €155, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200. The usual route takes N165/A11.
Can I continue to La Baule from Saint-Nazaire?
Yes, La Baule is 15 minutes from Saint-Nazaire. We also offer a direct Nantes — La Baule route. The supplement from Saint-Nazaire is €15-20. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200. The usual route takes N165/A11. Expect no tolls on this route.
On the Nantes — Saint-Nazaire route, is there extra charge for cruise luggage?
No, our saloon boot holds 3 cabin bags + 2 check-in suitcases. For more luggage, choose our Van (€130) which takes up to 8 suitcases. The usual route takes N165/A11. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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