The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Brest
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Brest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Brest will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Brest without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Nantes to Brest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Brest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €172.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€53 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €426 Average price |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nantes to Brest train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Brest trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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858249+ 8711+ 56405 | On time 8:19 AM Nantes station | 4h46 | 1:05 PM Brest station | 2 transfers | |
858326+ 8615 | On time 9:05 AM Nantes station | 4h45 | 1:50 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
857710 · 855825 | On time 9:44 AM Nantes station | 5h06 | 2:50 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858344 · 855831 | On time 12:05 PM Nantes station | 3h47 | 3:52 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858287 | On time 3:56 PM Nantes station | 3h22 | 7:18 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858382+ 8629 | On time 4:05 PM Nantes station | 3h34 | 7:39 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858386+ 8639 | On time 5:02 PM Nantes station | 3h38 | 8:40 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858279+ 421691 | On time 5:27 PM Nantes station | 5h18 | 10:45 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858394 · 855897 | On time 7:05 PM Nantes station | 3h52 | 10:57 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
8148 · 8657 | On time 8:04 PM Nantes station | 8h48 | 4:52 AM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nantes to Brest by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Brest
Trains from Nantes to Brest run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 21:12 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI from Nantes to Brest trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Brest from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Brest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Brest
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- 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
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