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Taking the train from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie in 2 hours 26 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 3 minutes to travel the 43 miles (69 km) from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train

First train

08:52

Last train

20:14

Departure station

Donges

Arrival station

St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie

Journey time

From 2h 26m

Distance

43 miles (69 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

1 change

FAQs about the train journey from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie

Want to know more about your journey from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie from Donges?

To travel to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie from Donges, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 3 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 26 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie?

Trains from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie take an average of 4 hours and 3 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 26 minutes. You'll usually find 9 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Donges and St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train?

The quickest journey time between Donges and St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train is 2 hours and 26 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie?

No, there are no direct trains running from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie train times

Check out the next trains departing from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie for Tuesday 6th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:5211:273h 35m, 1 change
08:0711:273h 20m, 2 changes
12:5015:162h 26m, 1 change
13:1016:483h 38m, 2 changes
14:5217:402h 48m, 1 change
15:5018:302h 40m, 1 change
16:5319:452h 52m, 1 change
17:5220:452h 53m, 1 change
19:1407:3212h 18m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Donges to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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