How far is Nantes from Brest?

Nantes and Brest are 159 miles (256 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nantes to Brest?

Most of the buses traveling from Nantes to Brest leave from 2 route de Paris and arrive at Gare routière de Brest. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Brest?

Once in Brest, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Recouvrance, Lambézellec, Saint-marc and Saint-pierre Quilbignon, Océanopolis, Square Mathon, Castle of Brest and Naval Museum.

Bus Nantes to Brest from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nantes to Brest on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	4 Route de Paris	4h 55m	1:20pm	Gare de Brest	Cheapest
Bus	3:15pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	4h 10m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Nantes	4h 35m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	No tags

Next departures for Nantes to Brest on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:50pm	Nantes	4h 35m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:15pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	4h 10m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	Fastest

Next departures for Nantes to Brest on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Nantes	4h 35m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	Cheapest
Bus	6:25pm	4 Route de Paris	4h 5m	10:30pm	Gare de Brest	Fastest
Bus	8:25am	4 Route de Paris	4h 55m	1:20pm	Gare de Brest	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	4h 10m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	No tags

Next departures for Nantes to Brest on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:50pm	Nantes	4h 35m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:15pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	4h 10m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	Fastest

Next departures for Nantes to Brest on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	4 Route de Paris	4h 55m	1:35pm	Gare de Brest	Cheapest
Bus	6:25pm	4 Route de Paris	4h 5m	10:30pm	Gare de Brest	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Nantes	4h 35m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Nantes Atlantique Airport	4h 10m	7:25pm	Brest - Bus station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:37 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Nantes to Brest

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Brest. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

1173 milesDistance

79kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $166	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $52	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

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Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Nantes and Brest?

Stops in Nantes

A - 2 route de Paris

B - Nantes Airport

C - Hotel Mercure

D - 10 Allée de la Maison Rouge

E - 15 Rue de Briord

Stops in Brest

A - Gare routière de Brest

B - Arrêt Brest- Porte de Gouesnou

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nantes to Brest by bus

How far is Nantes from Brest?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nantes to Brest?
What are the best sights and things to do in Brest?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$36

11/17

$25

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11/19

$23

11/20

$25

11/21

$23

11/22

$23

11/23

$23

The cheapest trip from Nantes to Brest was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nantes to Brest, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $43 for a bus ticket from Nantes to Brest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-19.