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Compare coach and train for Lille to Brest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Brest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 598 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£114 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £262 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Lille to Brest
Compare the available ways to get from Lille to Brest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Brest is a coach with an average price of £59.
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Brest:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Brest costing on average £114.
The fastest way to travel from Lille to Brest is by train with an average journey time of 5h 31m.
Other travel options to Brest take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 17m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Brest including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 2h 38m faster (5h 1m by train vs 7h 39m by car) and roughly £148 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£114 vs £262). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Lille to Brest
How to get to Brest from Lille by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Lille to Brest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
50449 · 500864:05 13h55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) 18:00 Brest, Gare routière £30 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- 50449 · 50086
4:05 13h55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) 18:00 Brest, Gare routière £30 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
- 7516 · 8619
10:49 5h40 Lille-Europe 16:29 Brest station £101 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
- 7060 · 8651
17:12 6h29 Lille Flandres 23:41 Brest station £72 1 One-way 1 change - 7052 · 8641
16:12 6h43 Lille Flandres 22:55 Brest station £76 1 One-way 1 change - 7044 · 8629
14:43 5h56 Lille-Europe 20:39 Brest station £87 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, Landerneau and Saint-Pol-de-Léon. 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 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.
Day trip from Brest to Saint-Pol-de-Léon by ferry
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FAQs: Lille 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 Lille to Brest.
There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Brest including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Brest is a coach with an average price of £59.
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Brest:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Brest costing on average £114.
The fastest way to travel from Lille to Brest is by train with an average journey time of 5h 31m.
Other travel options to Brest take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 17m.
The Lille to Brest distance is approximately 598 km.
The average frequency per day from Lille to Brest is:
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 4 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille and Brest as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Brest:
- Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Brest station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Brest, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Brest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, BreizhGo, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Brest by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brest by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lille to Brest:
- 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Lille 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 Lille to Brest, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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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