The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Brest
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€60
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 €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 12 trains that leave Nantes for Brest on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
858386+
86376:02 PM3h29Nantes station9:31 PMBrest station€501One-way1 transfer
858382+
86295:05 PM3h35Nantes station8:40 PMBrest station€551One-way1 transfer
858392+
86417:05 PM3h50Nantes station10:55 PMBrest station€561One-way1 transfer
8582895:57 PM3h29Nantes station9:26 PMBrest station€591One-way0 transfers
858263+
5641111:18 AM4h22Nantes station3:40 PMBrest station€591One-way1 transfer
8582895:57 PM3h29Nantes station9:26 PMBrest station€591One-way0 transfers
858386+
86376:02 PM3h29Nantes station9:31 PMBrest station€501One-way1 transfer
858382+
86295:05 PM3h35Nantes station8:40 PMBrest station€551One-way1 transfer
858322+
86038:05 AM3h41Nantes station11:46 AMBrest station€641One-way1 transfer
858392+
86417:05 PM3h50Nantes station10:55 PMBrest station€561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
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 €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €80.
Distance: 255 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €262 Average price |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 10h 57m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858322+ 8603 | 8:05 AM Nantes station | 3h41 | 11:46 AM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
857708+ 8615 | 9:44 AM Nantes station | 5h06 | 2:50 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858263+ 56411 | 11:18 AM Nantes station | 4h22 | 3:40 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858350+ 8619 | 12:05 PM Nantes station | 4h26 | 4:31 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858257+ 56413 | 12:59 PM Nantes station | 5h01 | 6:00 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858356+ 8623 | 2:05 PM Nantes station | 4h36 | 6:41 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858356+ 855857 | 2:05 PM Nantes station | 5h15 | 7:20 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858374+ 855867 | 4:05 PM Nantes station | 3h51 | 7:56 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858382+ 8629 | 5:05 PM Nantes station | 3h35 | 8:40 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858289 | 5:57 PM Nantes station | 3h29 | 9:26 PM Brest station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858386+ 8637 | 6:02 PM Nantes station | 3h29 | 9:31 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
858392+ 8641 | 7:05 PM Nantes station | 3h50 | 10:55 PM Brest station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Brest
Trains from Nantes to Brest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, BreizhGo from Nantes to Brest trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, BreizhGo trains will get you between Nantes and Brest from €19. 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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