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Scriptorial d’Avranches
Main museum of Avranches, presenting Mont Saint-Michel manuscripts and the story of the abbey through modern displays in a historic setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 36 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Malo to Avranches is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Malo to Avranches will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Saint-Malo to Avranches you need to make at least one change.
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854356Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Malo to Avranches among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 48 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£11 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Malo to Avranches:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Malo to Avranches costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Avranches take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 25m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (49m by train vs 54m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Malo to Avranches trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:21 Saint-Malo | 2h09 | 11:30 Avranches | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:03 Saint-Malo | 1h01 | 17:04 Avranches | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
852856+ 854356 | 10:31 St Malo | 1h59 | 12:30 Gare d'Avranches | 1 change | |
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Trains from Saint-Malo to Avranches run on average 2 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 20:28 |
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Discover the best of Avranches — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avranches trip today.
Main museum of Avranches, presenting Mont Saint-Michel manuscripts and the story of the abbey through modern displays in a historic setting.
Archaeology and local history museum with collections on Avranches and the bay area, housed in a former bishop’s palace.
Museum space dedicated to manuscripts, books and interpretation linked to Avranches’ scholarly heritage and Mont Saint-Michel.
Terraced garden with broad views towards the bay and Mont Saint-Michel, one of Avranches’ signature walks and best photo spots.
Central square lined with civic buildings and shops, a practical starting point for exploring the upper town on foot.
Promenade and viewpoint area around the old ramparts, valued for elevated views and a quieter sense of Avranches’ medieval layout.
Rich lamb from the salt marshes around Mont-Saint-Michel. The grazing gives the meat a distinctive savoury flavour prized across the bay.
Normandy-style buckwheat savoury crêpe, often filled with ham, egg and cheese. Buckwheat is traditional in the region and a staple local meal.
Classic Normandy sweet crêpe made with wheat flour, butter and eggs, often served simply with sugar, caramel or preserves.
Well-known restaurant near Avranches with refined French cooking focused on Norman produce and a calm, polished atmosphere.
Traditional crêperie in Avranches serving buckwheat galettes, sweet crêpes and Norman cider in a relaxed, central setting.
Casual brasserie-style address in Avranches for seafood, grilled dishes and regional favourites in an easy-going dining room.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major tourist cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Malo to Avranches 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 Avranches, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Malo to Avranches trains use the St Malo to Gare d'Avranches station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Malo and Avranches train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Malo 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 Cambusier, La Cale - Solidor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St Malo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St Malo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Malo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Malo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Malo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo, Hotel France & Chateaubriand, Hotel Le Nouveau Monde.
Gare d'Avranches has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Tripot, La Table de Jojo
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Avranches. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Gare d'Avranches: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Avranches: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Avranches: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Patton, Hôtel de La Croix d'Or, Hôtel Altos.
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