The average train between Quimper and Arcachon takes 12h 21m and the fastest train takes 8h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Quimper to Arcachon. 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 3 times a day between Quimper and Arcachon. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Quimper is at 6:34 PM which arrives into Arcachon at 12:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Nantes and take an average of 12h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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18h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Quimper to Arcachon? 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 Quimper to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Quimper station and arriving at Arcachon station via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.
Quimper to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Quimper station.
Quimper to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Arcachon station.
Book your Quimper to Arcachon train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Quimper and Arcachon is 433.5 km. The road distance is 692 km.
You can take a train from Quimper to Arcachon via Nantes and Bordeaux St Jean in around 8h 44m.