How to get to Quimper from Lille

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Compare train and coach for Lille to Quimper

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Quimper 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 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £111.

Distance: 595 km

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£59

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£111

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£135

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12h 47m

Average total duration

12h 17m

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5h 34m

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5h 4m

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7h 56m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Compare ways to travel from Lille to Quimper

Compare the available ways to get from Lille to Quimper, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Quimper is a coach with an average price of £59.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Quimper:

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Quimper costing on average £111.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Quimper is by train with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Quimper take longer:

Coach takes on average 12h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Quimper including taking a train and coach.
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 £59 compared to roughly £135 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £76. The journey takes 12h 17m versus 7h 56m 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.

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from Lille to Quimper

How to get to Quimper from Lille by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Lille to Quimper is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI7044 · 8729
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Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI7052 · 8793
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Best day trips from Quimper by train

The most popular day trips by train from Quimper are Brest, Lorient, Vannes and Rennes. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Quimper on Omio.

A view of Brest

Day trip from Quimper to Brest by train

Why visit Brest for the day?

Brest is a modern Atlantic port in western Brittany with a strong naval and maritime character. It is best known for its harbour, the Pont de Recouvrance and Océanopolis, with sea views shaping much of the city.

A view of Lorient

Day trip from Quimper to Lorient by train

Why visit Lorient for the day?

Lorient is a Breton port city known for its maritime heritage, submarine base and summer Festival Interceltique. Rebuilt after the Second World War, it feels practical and modern, with lively quays and a strong connection to the sea.

A view of Rennes

Day trip from Quimper to Rennes by train

Why visit Rennes for the day?

Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.

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FAQs: Lille to Quimper

Travel to Quimper 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 Quimper.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Quimper including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Quimper is a coach with an average price of £59.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Quimper:

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Quimper costing on average £111.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Quimper is by train with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Quimper take longer:

Coach takes on average 12h 47m.

The Lille to Quimper distance is approximately 595 km.
The average frequency per day from Lille to Quimper is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille and Quimper as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Quimper:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Gare de Quimper.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Quimper, Gare Routiere.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Quimper, 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 Quimper by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Quimper by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lille to Quimper:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Quimper often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brest, Concarneau, Nantes, Rennes. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Quimper and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lille to Quimper, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A visit to Quimper is ideally enjoyed over two to three days to explore its historic old town, visit the Saint-Corentin Cathedral, and experience the local culture, including the famous faience pottery.

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