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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
$13
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dinan 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 Dinan to Saint-Malo will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
It's difficult to get from Dinan to Saint-Malo without transferring at least once.
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854136 · 854359Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dinan to Saint-Malo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $284. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $284, and a train costs an average of $284.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$345 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:
Train takes on average 36m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (36m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around $345 (€281) compared to roughly $128 (€104) 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 Dinan 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 |
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854142 · 854415 | On time 6:38 PM Dinan station | 0h57 | 7:35 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
854156+ 8093 | On time 8:23 PM Dinan station | 0h38 | 9:01 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 11 | |||||
854110 · 854309 | 7:38 AM Dinan station | 0h51 | 8:29 AM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
854118+ 8081 | 9:04 AM Dinan station | 0h51 | 9:55 AM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
854124 · 854339 | 12:01 PM Dinan station | 1h34 | 1:35 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
854136 · 854359 | 3:30 PM Dinan station | 1h31 | 5:01 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dinan to Saint-Malo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $284 (€231) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 7h 38m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $284 (€231) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 38m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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 Dinan 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 Dinan to Saint-Malo trains use the Dinan to St Malo station pair. Use this guide to compare Dinan and Saint-Malo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dinan is 1 km from Dinan city centre. Public transport options include:
Dinan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Perlépampille, La Courtine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Dinan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Dinan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dinan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dinan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dinan: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Du Chateau, Logis Hotel Arvor, Ibis Styles Dinan Centre Ville.
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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