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Musée Quesnel-Morinière
Museum of religious art and history in the cathedral close, presenting sacred objects and context for understanding Coutances' episcopal past.
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Malo to Coutances is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Saint-Malo to Coutances you need to make at least one change.
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The table below shows live departures for Saint-Malo to Coutances trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:05 Saint-Malo | 2h15 | 20:20 Coutances | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
![]() | 10:21 Saint-Malo | 3h11 | 13:32 Coutances | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Take a train from Saint-Malo to Coutances and enjoy the approximately 62 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 19:19. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 7:22 |
Last train 19:19 |
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Discover the best of Coutances — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coutances trip today.
Museum of religious art and history in the cathedral close, presenting sacred objects and context for understanding Coutances' episcopal past.
Contemporary art centre hosting changing exhibitions in a historic building. A strong choice for modern visual culture in central Coutances.
Small art venue known for temporary exhibitions and cultural events, offering a local perspective on painting, photography and creative practice.
Formal public garden around the cathedral with sweeping views, flowerbeds and shady paths. Ideal for a gentle stroll and photographs.
Main historic square in front of the cathedral, useful as an orientation point and pleasant for admiring the upper town's architecture.
Historic streets around the cathedral with stone houses, steps and viewpoints. Best explored slowly to appreciate the character of old Coutances.
Rich Norman apple brandy distilled from cider apples. It is a hallmark drink of Normandy and often enjoyed as a digestif.
Traditional Normandy cider, often dry and lightly sparkling. It reflects the region’s apple-growing heritage and commonly accompanies local meals.
Creamy soft cow’s milk cheese from Normandy with a bloomy rind. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional cheeses.
Refined contemporary French dining with well-presented seasonal dishes and a calm atmosphere suited to a longer meal.
Traditional French restaurant in central Coutances serving classic regional dishes in a relaxed, established setting.
Casual crêperie for galettes, crêpes and cider, offering a dependable taste of Brittany-Normandy traditions near the centre.
Moderate for Normandy. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local buses are low-cost and daily essentials are reasonably priced.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. For taxis, round up the fare; in cafés, leave small change if you wish.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Malo to Coutances 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 Coutances, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Malo to Coutances trains use the St Malo to Gare de Coutances station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Malo and Coutances 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 de Coutances is 1 km from Coutances city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Coutances has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Râtelier, Le Clos des Pommiers
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Coutances. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Coutances. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Coutances: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Coutances: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Coutances: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis budget Coutances, Hôtel La Pocatière, Hôtel Cositel.
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