Brest to Lyon by train
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Overview: trains from Brest to Lyon
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Explore Brest to Lyon by rail
Getting ready for a trip from Brest to Lyon aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.
Train travel between Brest and Lyon: train ticket prices
Cost of train tickets from Brest to Lyon:
Cheapest tickets: CA$261.95
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:
Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.
Train timetable for travel between Brest and Lyon
There are a number of different options for travellers going from Brest to Lyon by train. Here is what to expect along this route:
First daily departure (weekday): 05:16
Last daily departure (weekday): 17:30
First daily departure (weekend): 05:16
Last daily departure (weekend): 17:13
Average number of daily trains: 41 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 3 minutes
Train travel time and distance from Brest to Lyon
Trains can complete this route in as little as 6 hours and 2 minutes. The total distance travelled is 768 kilometres.
When do tickets go on sale between Brest and Lyon?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Brest and Lyon 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
More information on train travel from Brest to Lyon
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Lyon city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Brest to Lyon
Want to know more about your journey from Brest to Lyon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The trip from Brest to Lyon covers a distance of 768 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is CA$261.95. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .
Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.
The fastest journey is 6 hours and 2 minutes.
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