The cheapest and fastest trains from Brest to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
$273
Average price
$309
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
797 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brest to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brest to Amsterdam will cost around $309 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $273.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brest for Amsterdam on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 797 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 8 h 45 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Brest to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brest to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 495 miles (797 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€233 Average price | €101 Average price Cheapest | €304 Average price |
9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 7m Average total duration 16h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brest to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Brest to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:05 AM Brest | 8h45 | 3:50 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Brest | 8h35 | 3:44 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brest to Amsterdam
Distance 495 miles (797 km) |
Average train duration 9h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€117) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 41m |
First train 08:03 |
Last train 15:14 |
FAQs: Trains from Brest to Amsterdam

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brest to Amsterdam
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Lyon.
- Le Ruffé
- La Maison de l'Océan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Gare
- Oceania Brest Centre
- Hôtel Le Continental
- Located in the main hall
- 290 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
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