- Must visit
Musée national de la Marine
Major maritime museum inside Brest Castle, covering naval history, ship models, arsenals, and the city's relationship with the sea.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lamballe to Brest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €354 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lamballe to Brest:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lamballe to Brest costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Brest take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
The journey is about 3m faster (1h 42m by train vs 1h 45m by car) and roughly €322 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€32 vs €354). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, BreizhGo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lamballe to Brest trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8615 | 1:13 PM Lamballe station | 1h35 | 2:48 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
855825 | 2:16 PM Lamballe station | 1h35 | 3:51 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
855831 | 3:17 PM Lamballe station | 1h40 | 4:57 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
855643+ 8623 | 3:34 PM Lamballe station | 2h56 | 6:30 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
855867 | 6:14 PM Lamballe station | 1h40 | 7:54 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
854179+ 8629 | 6:19 PM Lamballe station | 2h20 | 8:39 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
8641 | 9:14 PM Lamballe station | 1h41 | 10:55 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
855897 | 10:20 PM Lamballe station | 1h38 | 11:58 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lamballe to Brest run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
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Discover the best of Brest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brest trip today.
Major maritime museum inside Brest Castle, covering naval history, ship models, arsenals, and the city's relationship with the sea.
Large ocean discovery park with aquarium and educational spaces, a signature Brest attraction focused on marine environments.
Historic tower museum telling the story of old Brest through maps, models, and scenes of the city before wartime destruction.
Vast converted industrial site with shops, culture, leisure, and architecture, now one of Brest's most popular urban destinations.
Central commercial artery rebuilt after the war, useful for walking, shopping, and understanding Brest's modernist city center.
Panoramic point near the memorial area, offering one of Brest's best outlooks over the harbor, navy sites, and sea.
A Breton buckwheat crêpe served savory with fillings like ham, egg, cheese, or local seafood. It is a staple of everyday eating across Finistère.
Thin wheat-flour crêpes served with butter, sugar, caramel, or jam. A classic Breton treat found in crêperies and homes throughout Brest.
Small Atlantic sardines grilled or pan-fried, often simply seasoned. Brest's port setting makes fresh sardines a very local and traditional seafood choice.
Refined dining room at the port, recognized for elegant seafood-focused cuisine and polished service. Suitable for a higher-end meal in Brest.
Well-known traditional crêperie serving Breton galettes, crêpes, and cider in a casual, reliable setting near the city center.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish, and maritime views. A solid choice for tasting Brest's coastal specialties.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes if you wish.
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Brest station -> Place de la Liberté, Brest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lamballe to Brest 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 Brest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lamballe to Brest trains use the Lamballe to Gare de Brest station pair. Use this guide to compare Lamballe and Brest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lamballe 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 and drink options are available at Lamballe.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lamballe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lamballe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lamballe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lamballe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lamballe: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Lion d'Or, Hotel La Pomme d'Or.
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.
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