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Travelling from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train
Looking to travel from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 7 minutes to travel from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 48 minutes though. You'll usually find 9 trains per day running along the 16 miles (25 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. SNCF, which is the national train operator in France, will whisk you to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie on either a TER or Intercités service, both of which are modern trains with comfortable seating.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Trains to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie from Les Sables-d’Olonne
| First train | 05:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:32 | |
| Departure station | Les Sables-d’Olonne | |
| Arrival station | St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie | |
| Journey time | From 2h 48m | |
| Distance | 16 miles (25 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train and bus operators | SNCF, SNCF Voyageurs |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie?
Want to know more about your journey from Les Sables-d’Olonne 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.
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SNCF trains from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Les Sables-d’Olonne to St-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.