The average train between Manchester and Brest takes 11h 23m and the fastest train takes 8h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 Manchester and Brest. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Brest at 2:52 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 11h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Brest. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Brest station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.
Manchester to Brest train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Brest train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Brest station.
Book your Manchester to Brest train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Brest is 587.5 km. The road distance is 1,355 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Brest via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 9h 55m.