How to get to Quimper from Vannes

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Compare coach and train for Vannes to Quimper

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vannes to Quimper among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. 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 £7, while a train costs an average of £19.

Distance: 107 km

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2h 20m

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Compare ways to travel from Vannes to Quimper

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

The cheapest way to travel from Vannes to Quimper is a coach with an average price of £7.

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

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vannes to Quimper costing on average £19.

The fastest way to travel from Vannes to Quimper is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Quimper take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vannes and Quimper including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 13m by train vs 1h 19m by car). Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £18 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.

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

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

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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: Vannes 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 Vannes to Quimper.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vannes and Quimper including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Vannes to Quimper is a coach with an average price of £7.

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

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vannes to Quimper costing on average £19.

The fastest way to travel from Vannes to Quimper is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Quimper take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 20m.

The Vannes to Quimper distance is approximately 107 km.
The average frequency per day from Vannes to Quimper is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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