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Port-Musée
Major maritime museum afloat and ashore at Port-Rhu, with historic boats, exhibitions and hands-on insight into Breton seafaring life.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Quimper to Douarnenez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Quimper to Douarnenez will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 5 buses from Quimper to Douarnenez, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 20 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.

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Buses from Quimper to Douarnenez run on average 10 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:38, the last at 20:05. The fastest coach covers the 20 km distance in 37m.
Distance 20 km |
Average bus duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 37m |
First bus 7:38 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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The table below shows live departures for Quimper to Douarnenez coaches for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:40 Quimper | 0h40 | 10:20 Douarnenez Office De Tourisme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:25 Quimper | 0h37 | 13:02 Douarnenez Office De Tourisme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:05 Quimper | 0h40 | 13:45 Douarnenez Office De Tourisme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Quimper | 0h37 | 15:37 Douarnenez Office De Tourisme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Quimper | 0h37 | 16:27 Douarnenez Office De Tourisme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:15 Quimper | 0h42 | 16:57 Office De Tourisme | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:50 Quimper | 0h37 | 17:27 Douarnenez Office De Tourisme | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:15 Quimper | 0h42 | 17:57 Office De Tourisme | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 3 November | |||||
![]() | 7:50 Quimper | 0h20 | 8:10 Douarnenez | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Quimper | 0h10 | 8:20 Douarnenez | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major maritime museum afloat and ashore at Port-Rhu, with historic boats, exhibitions and hands-on insight into Breton seafaring life.
Working artist residency and exhibition space on Île Tristan, showing contemporary art in a distinctive island setting during open periods.
Small local exhibition venue presenting changing shows tied to Douarnenez, Brittany and visual culture in an accessible town-centre setting.
Lively historic fishing harbour with colourful boats, quayside walks and a strong sense of Douarnenez’s maritime character.
Scenic tidal island reached on foot at low tide or by boat, with gardens, paths and broad views over Douarnenez Bay.
Pleasant former inland port area ideal for walking beside historic quays, museum ships and old industrial buildings.
Buckwheat pancake from Brittany, usually filled with ham, cheese and egg. A regional staple tied to local buckwheat farming and Breton crêperies.
Sweet Breton crêpe made with wheat flour, butter, eggs and milk. It is a classic local treat served with caramel, sugar or jam.
Buttery Breton cake with a flaky crust and soft centre, traditionally flavoured with rum or prune. It is one of Brittany’s most iconic pastries.
Refined restaurant focused on seasonal Breton produce and seafood, offering a calm contemporary dining room.
Popular crêperie near the port serving Breton galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed traditional setting.
Established seafood restaurant known for fish, shellfish and harbour views, with a classic marine atmosphere.
Moderate for coastal Brittany. Hotels rise in summer, but everyday dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in larger French resort cities.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafés and taxis is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Quimper to Douarnenez 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 Douarnenez, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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