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Musée d'Histoire de la Ville et du Pays Malouin
The city’s main museum inside the castle presents Saint-Malo’s maritime history, privateers, exploration, and reconstructed old-town heritage.
Cheapest price
€138
Average price
€178
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
576 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Biarritz to Saint-Malo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Biarritz to Saint-Malo will cost around €178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €138.
Of the 2 trains that leave Biarritz for Saint-Malo on Tue, Aug 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 11 the direct trains cover the 576 km distance in an average of 9 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest trains will take 10 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Biarritz to Saint-Malo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a train costs an average of €119.
Distance: 357 miles (576 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€163 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price | €111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 54m Average total duration 12h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Biarritz to Saint-Malo:
A bus is €70 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Biarritz to Saint-Malo costing on average €126.
A bus is €107 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Biarritz to Saint-Malo costing on average €163.
Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 0m.
Flight takes on average 12h 54m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (6h 43m by train vs 7h 15m by car). Tickets start at around €163 compared to roughly €111 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Biarritz to Saint-Malo trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:31 PM Biarritz | 7h35 | 8:06 PM Saint-Malo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 11 | |||||
![]() | 8:27 AM Biarritz | 10h36 | 7:03 PM Saint-Malo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Biarritz to Saint-Malo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €119 but you can travel from only €43 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 357 miles (576 km) distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 357 miles (576 km) |
Average train duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €119 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 35m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Saint-Malo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint-Malo trip today.
The city’s main museum inside the castle presents Saint-Malo’s maritime history, privateers, exploration, and reconstructed old-town heritage.
A carefully preserved privateer ship displays 18th-century naval life, making it one of Saint-Malo’s most atmospheric maritime visits.
This historic home where Chateaubriand spent his childhood explores the writer’s life and offers a refined literary museum experience.
Saint-Malo’s famed walled old town is the essential walking area for historic streets, stone houses, shops, and easy access to major sights.
The full circuit of city walls offers unforgettable sea views, bastions, and a complete introduction to Saint-Malo’s fortified identity.
This long sandy beach beside the old town is ideal for walking, tidal views, and classic postcard panoramas of the ramparts.
Galette-saucisse is a Breton street food of grilled sausage wrapped in a buckwheat galette, loved at markets and events across Brittany.
Buckwheat galettes are savory Breton crêpes, often filled with ham, cheese, egg, or seafood. They are a staple in local crêperies.
Crêpes are thin sweet pancakes served with butter, sugar, caramel, or jam. They are a classic Breton treat found all over Saint-Malo.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined Breton seafood and seasonal produce, with polished service near the old town.
Established restaurant serving generous seafood platters and Breton classics in a relaxed, reliable setting within intra-muros.
Historic crêperie inside Saint-Malo’s walls, known for classic Breton galettes, crêpes, and cider in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels rise in summer, dining in the walled city costs more, but local buses and simple creperies help keep daily costs reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Saint-Malo -> Intra-Muros, Saint-Malo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Biarritz to Saint-Malo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint-Malo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Biarritz to Saint-Malo trains use the Biarritz to St Malo station pair. Use this guide to compare Biarritz and Saint-Malo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Biarritz is 2 km from Biarritz city centre. Public transport options include:
Biarritz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot Gourmet, Chez Albert
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Biarritz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Biarritz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Biarritz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Biarritz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Biarritz: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel du Palais, Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz, Regina Experimental Biarritz.
St Malo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Cambusier, La Cale - Solidor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St Malo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St Malo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Malo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Malo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Malo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo, Hotel France & Chateaubriand, Hotel Le Nouveau Monde.
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