The average train between Ostend and Brest takes 9h 52m and the fastest train takes 7h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Ostend 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 Ostend and Brest. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ostend is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Brest at 2:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Gand-Saint-Pierre and take an average of 9h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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7h 47m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Ostend 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 Ostend to Brest. However, there are services departing from Ostende station and arriving at Brest station via Gand-Saint-Pierre station, Lille Flandres station and Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.
Ostend to Brest train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Brest train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Brest station.
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The distance between Ostend and Brest is 617.4 km. The road distance is 765 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Brest via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Lille Flandres, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 26m.