The average train between Dover and Brest takes 10h 1m and the fastest train takes 7h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover to Brest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dover and Brest. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Brest at 2:48 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 10h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dover to Brest? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Brest. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Brest station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.
Dover to Brest train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Brest train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Brest station.
Book your Dover to Brest train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dover and Brest is 515.6 km. The road distance is 1,184 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Brest via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 54m.