How to get to Brest from Vannes

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Compare coach and train for Vannes to Brest

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vannes to Brest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 153 km

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£9

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3h 25m

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Compare ways to travel from Vannes to Brest

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

The cheapest way to travel from Vannes to Brest is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Vannes to Brest:

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vannes to Brest costing on average £37.

The fastest way to travel from Vannes to Brest is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Brest take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vannes and Brest including taking a coach and train.
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 £9 compared to roughly £323 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £314. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 3m 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 Vannes to Brest

How to get to Brest from Vannes by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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

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Best day trips from Brest by train

The most popular day trips by train from Brest are Quimper, Morlaix, Landerneau and Saint-Pol-de-Léon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Brest on Omio.

A view of Quimper

Day trip from Brest to Quimper by train

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.

A view of Morlaix

Day trip from Brest to Morlaix by train

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.

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FAQs: Vannes 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 Vannes to Brest.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vannes and Brest including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Vannes to Brest is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Vannes to Brest:

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vannes to Brest costing on average £37.

The fastest way to travel from Vannes to Brest is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Brest take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 25m.

The Vannes to Brest distance is approximately 153 km.
The average frequency per day from Vannes to Brest is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vannes 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 Vannes to Brest:
  • Trains mostly depart from Vannes station and arrive in Brest station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Vannes, Hôpital and arrive in Brest, Gare routière.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port Tudy and arrive in Port Maria.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vannes to Brest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Brest by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brest by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vannes to Brest with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
  • 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Vannes 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 Vannes 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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