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Trip Overview

The average train between Brest and Caen takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Brest to Caen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 27m
Duration
526 km
Distance
€124
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Brest to Caen train times

Trains run twice daily between Brest and Caen. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brest is at 3:31 PM which arrives into Caen at 9:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)6h • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 47m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)7h 23m • 1 change
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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)6h • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)7h 23m • 1 change
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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)6h • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)6h 31m • 1 change
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    Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 47m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 47m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)7h 23m • 1 change
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    TGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)6h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Brest to Caen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 525.7 km
  • Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Brest, France and Caen, France?

You can take a train from Brest to Caen via Rennes in around 6h 30m.

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