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Musée historique du Mont-Saint-Michel
Museum inside the mount presenting maritime history, local artefacts and displays that help explain life around the bay.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
43 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
2 h 34 m
Trains on 08 Sept
3
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Malo to Pontorson 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 Pontorson will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
To travel from Saint-Malo to Pontorson you need to make at least one change.
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3451Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Malo to Pontorson among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 39 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£8 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Malo to Pontorson:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Malo to Pontorson costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Pontorson take longer:
Coach takes on average 37m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (31m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £7 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 Pontorson trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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854414+ 852870 | 18:03 St Malo | 0h43 | 18:46 Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel | 1 change | |
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48031+ 8080+ 3451 | 6:07 St Malo | 5h16 | 11:23 Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel | 2 changes | |
854356+ 852856 | 10:31 St Malo | 1h43 | 12:14 Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Saint-Malo to Pontorson run on average 2 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 20:44. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 43m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 5:56 |
Last train 20:44 |
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Discover the best of Pontorson — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pontorson trip today.
Museum inside the mount presenting maritime history, local artefacts and displays that help explain life around the bay.
Interpretive exhibition space about bay ecosystems, polders and local heritage near the mount approach. Practical and family friendly.
Small museum on the mount exploring tides, navigation and the bay environment. Useful for understanding the wider landscape.
The main street climbing through the mount village, lined with historic buildings and lively viewpoints towards the abbey.
Broad dam and pedestrian route linking the mainland to the mount. It provides iconic bay views and changing light across the sands.
Popular lookout on the mount ramparts with sweeping views over the bay, salt meadows and the approach from the mainland.
A fluffy omelette associated with nearby Mont-Saint-Michel, traditionally cooked over an open fire and served as a regional speciality.
Mussels farmed in the bay on oak posts, prized for their small size, firm texture and strong maritime flavour.
Salt-meadow lamb raised on coastal pastures around the bay, known for subtly saline, richly flavoured meat.
Casual local address for crêpes, galettes and simple French dishes, popular for an easy meal in the town centre.
Traditional crêperie in Pontorson serving galettes, crêpes and cider in a relaxed, friendly setting near the bay route.
Refined restaurant in a historic setting, known for seasonal Norman cooking with seafood and regional ingredients.
Moderate for rural Normandy. Rooms near Mont-Saint-Michel can be pricey in season, but dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in major French tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxi tips are optional; round up the fare. In cafés, small change is appreciated, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Malo to Pontorson 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 Pontorson, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Malo to Pontorson trains use the St Malo to Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Malo and Pontorson 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.
Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel.
Available at Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ariane, Best Western Hôtel Montgomery, Hôtel de France.
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