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Musée breton
Museum of Breton archaeology, art and daily life in the former bishops’ palace, ideal for understanding Cornouaille culture.
Cheapest price on 23 Oct
£39
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£41
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
2 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
2 h 46 m
Trains on 23 Oct
4
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Quimper is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Quimper will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 4 trains from Nantes to Quimper, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.








Trains from Nantes to Quimper run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 21:04 |
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The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Quimper trains for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858273 | 16:48 Nantes station | 2h41 | 19:29 Gare de Quimper | 0 changesdirect | |
858289 | 17:57 Nantes station | 2h23 | 20:20 Gare de Quimper | 0 changesdirect | |
858255 | 18:58 Nantes station | 2h28 | 21:26 Gare de Quimper | 0 changesdirect | |
8739+ 858229 | 19:14 Nantes station | 3h31 | 22:45 Gare de Quimper | 1 change | |
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Museum of Breton archaeology, art and daily life in the former bishops’ palace, ideal for understanding Cornouaille culture.
Major collection of faience from Quimper and beyond, showing ceramics, decorative arts and the city’s craft heritage.
Art museum with paintings, drawings and temporary exhibitions, spanning French, Breton and European works.
Atmospheric old quarter with half-timbered houses, small lanes and lively squares, perfect for exploring Quimper on foot.
Quays and riverside paths along the Odet offering gentle walks, bridges, historic views and easy access to the town centre.
Historic district south of the centre with the church, pottery links and a calmer village feel beside the river.
A large Breton buckwheat pancake, traditionally filled with ham, egg and cheese. It is a staple across Finistère and a classic savoury taste of Brittany.
A thin wheat crêpe served with butter, sugar, salted caramel or jam. It is one of Brittany’s most recognisable traditional specialities.
A rich Breton butter cake made with layers of pastry and salted butter. It is prized for its caramelised crust and flaky, indulgent texture.
Established crêperie in the historic centre serving Breton galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Traditional crêperie offering well-regarded buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes in a cosy, central Quimper dining room.
Popular seafood restaurant near the old town, known for fresh fish, shellfish platters and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for France: lodging is often cheaper than major cities, while dining and local transport are fairly typical for a regional tourist town.
Service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Quimper -> Place Saint-Corentin, Quimper
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Most Nantes to Quimper trains use the Gare de Nantes to Quimper station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Quimper train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Nantes 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: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Quimper 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 Bar Iodé, La Table de Marie
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Quimper. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Quimper. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Quimper: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Quimper: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Quimper: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Quimper, Oceania Quimper, Hotel Escale Oceania Quimper.
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