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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.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
$156
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$228
Fastest journey on Oct 16
8 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
9 h 14 m
Trains on Oct 16
5
Distance
836 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Brest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Brest will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Montpellier to Brest without transferring at least once.
6250 · 8619
6200 · 8615
12330 · 8065+
855837
12330 · 8623
9864 · 6696 · 8655
6250 · 8619
6200 · 8615
12330 · 8065+
855837
9864 · 6696 · 8655
12330 · 8623Trains from Montpellier to Brest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $124 but you can travel from only $61 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 519 miles (836 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 519 miles (836 km) |
Average train duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Brest trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6200 · 8615 | 5:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 8h58 | 2:48 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
6250 · 8619 | 7:51 AM Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 8h38 | 4:29 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
12330 · 8623 | 8:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 9h49 | 6:39 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
12330 · 8065+ 855837 | 8:50 AM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 9h02 | 5:52 PM Brest station | 2 transfers | |
9864 · 6696 · 8655 | 2:54 PM Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 9h45 | 12:39 AM Brest station | 2 transfers |
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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 Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Brest trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Gare de Brest station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Brest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Free Wi-Fi. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier-Sud-de-France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
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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