- Must visit
Musée départemental breton
Major museum of Breton art, history, and archaeology in the former bishops' palace; essential for understanding Quimper and Finistère.
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brest to Quimper is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brest to Quimper will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 14 trains that leave Brest for Quimper on Wed, Aug 05, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
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854804Trains from Brest to Quimper run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Brest to Quimper trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
854804 | 6:36 AM Brest station | 1h16 | 7:52 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
56420 | 7:00 AM Brest station | 1h23 | 8:23 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854820 | 8:38 AM Brest station | 1h16 | 9:54 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
56402 | 9:30 AM Brest station | 1h21 | 10:51 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854822 | 10:00 AM Brest station | 1h11 | 11:11 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854836 | 12:42 PM Brest station | 1h13 | 1:55 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
56406 | 2:15 PM Brest station | 1h22 | 3:37 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854858 | 4:26 PM Brest station | 1h20 | 5:46 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
56416 | 4:40 PM Brest station | 1h27 | 6:07 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854862 | 5:35 PM Brest station | 1h18 | 6:53 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
56422 | 6:10 PM Brest station | 1h28 | 7:38 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854876 | 6:41 PM Brest station | 1h17 | 7:58 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
854882 | 7:44 PM Brest station | 1h22 | 9:06 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major museum of Breton art, history, and archaeology in the former bishops' palace; essential for understanding Quimper and Finistère.
Museum of fine arts with French, Italian, Flemish, and Breton collections; a strong cultural stop beside the cathedral.
Interactive museum on Quimper faience, showing ceramic history, workshops, and decorated pieces from the Locmaria district.
Quimper's medieval center of lanes, squares, and timber-framed houses; the best area for atmosphere, shopping, and heritage walks.
Historic district known for pottery, riverside charm, and artisan identity; ideal for a quieter walk beyond the main center.
Main pedestrian shopping street lined with historic façades, linking key squares and capturing everyday life in central Quimper.
Buckwheat galette from Brittany, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or seafood. It is a regional staple tied to Breton buckwheat farming and cider culture.
Thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. A classic Breton treat found in crêperies across Quimper.
Traditional Breton cake made with salted butter and sugar, baked in layers for a rich caramelized texture. It is one of Brittany's signature pastries.
Fine dining restaurant with a strong reputation for polished French cuisine, careful presentation and a more elegant dining experience.
Well-known traditional crêperie in Quimper serving Breton galettes and crêpes in a warm, classic setting.
Established seafood-focused restaurant known for fresh fish and shellfish with a refined yet relaxed atmosphere near central Quimper.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is affordable, and Quimper is usually cheaper than Paris or the Riviera.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just get small change.
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Gare de Quimper -> Place Saint-Corentin, Quimper
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brest to Quimper 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 Quimper, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brest to Quimper trains use the Gare de Brest to Quimper station pair. Use this guide to compare Brest and Quimper train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Brest is 1 km from Brest city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Brest 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 Ruffé, La Maison de l'Océan
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Brest. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Brest. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Brest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Brest: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Brest: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Gare, Oceania Brest Centre, Hôtel Le Continental.
Quimper 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 Bar Iodé, La Table de Marie
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Quimper. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Quimper. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Quimper: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Quimper: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Quimper: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Quimper, Oceania Quimper, Hotel Escale Oceania Quimper.
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