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Compare coach, train and flight for Bordeaux to Brest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Brest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a flight costs an average of £407.
Distance: 495 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£50 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price | £407 Average Price | £366 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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Compare ways to travel from Bordeaux to Brest
Compare the available ways to get from Bordeaux to Brest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Brest is a coach with an average price of £50.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Brest:
A coach is £110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Brest costing on average £160.
A coach is £357 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Brest costing on average £407.
The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Brest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.
Other travel options to Brest take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Coach takes on average 10h 15m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Brest including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £366 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £316. The journey takes 9h 45m versus 6h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Bordeaux to Brest
How to get to Brest from Bordeaux by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bordeaux to Brest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
51027 · 521985:50 13h15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes 19:05 Brest, Gare routière £37 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- 51027 · 52198
5:50 13h15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes 19:05 Brest, Gare routière £37 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
- AF6131 · AF6162
6:45 3h10 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport 9:55 Brest Bretagne Airport £279 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
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Coach
Flight
- 8414 · 8651
17:08 6h33 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean 23:41 Brest station £102 1 One-way 1 change - 12264 · 8623
12:12 6h27 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean 18:39 Brest station £118 1 One-way 1 change - 12258 · 8629
13:50 6h49 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean 20:39 Brest station £127 1 One-way 1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus
2:50 10h50 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate 13:40 Brest, Gare routière £58 1 One-way 1 change
- AF6137 · AF6162
18:30 15h25 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport 9:55 Brest Bretagne Airport £280 1 One-way 1 change - AF7441 · AF7520
20:35 13h05 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport 9:40 Brest Bretagne Airport £288 1 One-way 1 change - AF7439 · AF7520
18:25 15h15 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport 9:40 Brest Bretagne Airport £289 1 One-way 1 change
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Best day trips from Brest by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Brest are Île-Molène, Quimper, Morlaix, Saint-Pol-de-Léon and Landerneau. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Brest on Omio.
Day trip from Brest to Quimper by ferry
Why visit Quimper for the day?
Quimper is a historic Breton city known for its half-timbered centre, Saint-Corentin Cathedral and faience pottery. On the River Odet, it has a compact feel shaped by Breton culture, markets and nearby Atlantic coast scenery.
Day trip from Brest to Morlaix by ferry
Why visit Morlaix for the day?
Morlaix is a historic Breton town known for its lofty viaduct, steep streets and distinctive maison à pondalez houses. Its compact centre mixes maritime character and trading history, with the Bay of Morlaix close by.
Day trip from Brest to Saint-Pol-de-Léon by ferry
Day trip from Brest to Landerneau by ferry
Why visit Landerneau for the day?
Landerneau is a riverside town in Brittany known for the Pont de Rohan and a noted contemporary art centre. Its old streets and quays give it a calm Breton character with a clear cultural focus.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Brest
Travel to Brest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bordeaux to Brest.
There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Brest including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Brest is a coach with an average price of £50.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Brest:
A coach is £110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Brest costing on average £160.
A coach is £357 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Brest costing on average £407.
The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Brest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.
Other travel options to Brest take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Coach takes on average 10h 15m.
The Bordeaux to Brest distance is approximately 495 km.
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Brest is:
- Around 15 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 4 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Brest as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bordeaux to Brest:
- Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Brest Bretagne Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and arrive in Brest station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and arrive in Brest, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Brest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, BreizhGo, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Brest by train.
- Travel with Air France to go to Brest by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brest by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bordeaux to Brest:
- 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux to Brest often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Nice, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bordeaux to Brest, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Brest, allowing time to visit the Musée National de la Marine, the Oceanopolis aquarium, and enjoy the harbour views.
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