- Must visit
Musée de Préhistoire de Carnac
Main archaeology museum for understanding Carnac’s megaliths through tools, objects, and clear context before visiting the alignments.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Auray to Carnac
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
12 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
12 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Auray to Carnac is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Auray to Carnac will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Auray to Carnac, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 12 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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.
20:300h10Auray20:40Carnac£21One-way0 changes- 7:500h10Auray8:00Carnac£21One-way0 changes
- 14:200h10Auray14:30Carnac£21One-way0 changes
- 13:000h20Auray13:20Carnac£31One-way0 changes
- 8:100h10Auray8:20Carnac£31One-way0 changes
- 20:300h10Auray20:40Carnac£21One-way0 changes
- 7:500h10Auray8:00Carnac£21One-way0 changes
- 14:200h10Auray14:30Carnac£21One-way0 changes
- 8:100h10Auray8:20Carnac£31One-way0 changes
- 13:000h20Auray13:20Carnac£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Auray to Carnac
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Auray to Carnac among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 12 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Auray to Carnac is a train with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Auray to Carnac:
A train is £0.38 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Auray to Carnac costing on average £3.
The fastest way to travel from Auray to Carnac is by coach with an average journey time of 25m.
Other travel options to Carnac take longer:
Train takes on average 41m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Auray and Carnac including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.67. The journey takes 25m versus 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Auray to Carnac bus times
The table below shows live departures for Auray to Carnac coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:10 Auray | 0h10 | 17:20 Carnac | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:20 Auray | 0h10 | 17:30 Carnac | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:50 Auray | 0h10 | 20:00 Carnac | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 7:50 Auray | 0h10 | 8:00 Carnac | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:10 Auray | 0h10 | 8:20 Carnac | 0 changesdirect | |
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SNCF | Autocar as well as BlaBlaCar Bus, BreizhGo, Glazgo mobilités and more offer coaches services from Auray to Carnac.
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Why book with Omio vs SNCF | Autocar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | Autocar, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, BreizhGo or Glazgo mobilités to find the best option for your trip from Auray to Carnac.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Checkmybus or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, BreizhGo or Glazgo mobilités to find the best option for your trip from Auray to Carnac.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Auray to Carnac.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Auray to Carnac
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Buses from Auray to Carnac run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:10, the last at 17:38. The fastest coach covers the 12 km distance in 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £3
Distance 12 km |
Average bus duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 9:10 |
Last bus 17:38 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £3
Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, BreizhGo, Glazgo mobilités from Auray to CarnacYou can travel by bus between Auray to Carnac with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, BreizhGo, Glazgo mobilités for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Autocar Duration
32m
Cheapest SNCF | Autocar Price
£2
SNCF | Autocar frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
25m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£3
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
BreizhGo
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BreizhGo Duration
32m
Cheapest BreizhGo Price
£3
BreizhGo frequency
5 a day
Glazgo mobilités
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Glazgo mobilités Duration
48m
Glazgo mobilités frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Carnac
Things to do in Carnac
Discover the best of Carnac — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carnac trip today.
- Recommended
Chapelle du Saint-Esprit
Art-focused exhibition venue in Auray hosting temporary shows in a characterful setting, suitable for visitors exploring beyond Carnac.
Espace Culturel Terre Atlantique
Small local exhibition venue in Carnac presenting temporary visual art shows. Worth checking for a current display during your stay.
- Must visit
Grande Plage de Carnac
Sandy beach and promenade area popular for walking, sea views, and easy access to the resort side of Carnac.
- Must visit
Site des Alignements du Ménec
Wooded and open walking area around the famous alignments, useful for experiencing the wider prehistoric landscape on foot.
- Recommended
Pointe Churchill
Coastal path with broad ocean views and a quieter atmosphere, ideal for a scenic walk away from the busiest beachfront sections.
Galette bretonne
Buckwheat savoury crêpe from Brittany, traditionally filled with ham, cheese or egg. It is a regional staple found across Carnac and nearby Morbihan.
- Vegetarian
Crêpe bretonne
Sweet Breton crêpe made with wheat flour, butter, eggs and milk. A classic local dessert, often served simply with sugar, caramel or jam.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Caramel au beurre salé
Salty butter caramel from Brittany, made with sugar, cream and salted butter. It reflects the region’s famed beurre salé tradition.
Itsasoa
Refined dining venue known for carefully prepared Breton seafood and seasonal plates in an elegant setting.
Crêperie de Beaumer
Established crêperie near the seafront serving Breton galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Le Petit Bedon
Well-known seafood restaurant in Carnac focused on oysters, shellfish and fish dishes with a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for coastal France: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, but summer stays and seafood restaurants cost more. Public transport is limited, so car or taxi costs can add up.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-80 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. In cafés and taxis, small change or rounding up is appreciated, not expected.
FAQs: Auray to Carnac coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Auray to Carnac by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carnac, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Auray to Carnac can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Auray to Carnac is £3; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Auray to Carnac is 25m to travel the 12 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Auray to Carnac leaves at 9:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Auray to Carnac leaves at 17:38.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Auray to Carnac with BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Auray to Carnac, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Carnac. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Auray and Carnac and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Carnac, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Carnac from Auray is worth doing with a journey time of 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Auray to Carnac is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Auray and Carnac including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Auray to Carnac:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Auray to Carnac for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Auray to Carnac depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Auray to Carnac.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Auray to Carnac:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Auray to Carnac:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Auray to Carnac.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Auray to Carnac with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Auray to Carnac with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Auray to Carnac with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Auray and Carnac
Most Auray to Carnac buses use the Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord) to Carnac station pair. Use this guide to compare Auray and Carnac bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Auray
Arrival bus stations in Carnac
Which Auray station do buses to Carnac leave from?
Buses from Auray to Carnac leave from Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord). The station is 1 km from Auray city centre at 56400 Auray, France.
Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord)56400 Auray, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord) from Auray city centre
Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord) is 1 km from Auray city centre. Public transport options include:
BusB · 3m · every ~3 min
A, B · 7m · every ~7 min
Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord) bus station facilities and services
Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord). ATMs are available at Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Which Carnac station do buses from Auray arrive at?
Buses from Auray to Carnac arrive at Carnac. Carnac is from Carnac city centre.
Carnac56340 Carnac, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Carnac from Carnac city centre
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Carnac bus station facilities and services
Carnac has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Carnac. ATMs are available at Carnac.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carnac.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carnac: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnac: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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