Checked offer from Paris to Quimper: Bus, about 7h 45min, from €26. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 12, 2026): FlixBus, Blablacar Bus; main departure point: Paris Bercy Seine.
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 12, 2026 for a departure on December 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Paris Bercy Seine | €26 | 2 |
| Blablacar Bus | Bus | Paris Bercy Seine | €28 | 2 |
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Practical tips
Before paying more for a train ticket, check the table on this page: if the time saved doesn't justify the price gap, the bus is often the best choice for your budget.
In Paris, the departure point can vary by company. Reread your e-ticket the day before and find the exact address on a map so you don't end up at the wrong bus station.
Check on your ticket where the bus drops you in Quimper and whether it's close to the train station. If you have a local connection, locate the stop before getting off.
The lowest fares go first, especially for weekends and school holidays. Book as soon as your dates are fixed and you'll get your e-ticket straight away.
Keep your phone ticket, a power bank, a water bottle and a light blanket within reach. Arrive a little early so you can find the right bay without stress.
The journey experience
Paris to Quimper is a proper journey to western Brittany, and the question is simple: should you put price or time first? When your budget matters, the bus is often the smartest choice, especially when booked in advance. To compare with confidence, rely on the table on this page, which puts durations and price ranges side by side.
Long-distance buses are comfortable: reclining seats, a luggage hold and, depending on the company, power outlets on board. You don't drive, so you can sleep, read or work, and you reach Finistère without effort. It's a very practical option for students and young professionals heading home to Brittany or off on an extended weekend. The train may appeal if time comes first, but the bus keeps the advantage on budget.
Our advice: choose the bus if price comes first, book early, then check your e-ticket for the exact name of the departure and arrival bus station, and for any change along the way. Keep the ticket on your phone and find your bay before departure. That way you'll know exactly where to go, with no unpleasant surprises.
Frequently asked questions — Paris → Quimper
If price matters most, the bus is a very good option: it's the verified mode for this route, with fares from €26. You don't have to drive and you can rest along the way. If saving time is your priority, compare with the other options before booking.
Allow about 8 h to 9 h by bus between Paris and Quimper. The exact duration depends on the departure you choose, traffic, especially leaving Paris, and the stops planned along the way. Check your ticket for the expected arrival time before booking.
Bus tickets start from €26 and typically go up to €28. The exact price varies with the date, departure time and when you book. Booking in advance improves your chances of getting the lowest fare, especially during holiday periods.
The bus leaves from a Paris bus station and arrives in Quimper, in Brittany. The exact point depends on the company and departure time: the departure and arrival addresses are shown on your e-ticket. Check them the day before so you don't go to the wrong stop.
It depends on the departure you choose. The ticket clearly shows whether the trip is without changes or includes a connection. If you have a change, check the location and the connection time shown before paying, so you don't miss your onward bus.
Why visit Quimper?
- ✓ Admire Saint-Corentin Cathedral and its twin 19th-century spires in the heart of the old town
- ✓ Stroll through the medieval quarter with half-timbered houses around rue Kéréon and place au Beurre
- ✓ Visit the Fine Arts Museum, rich in Breton paintings, and the Breton Departmental Museum
- ✓ Walk along the Odet from the quays up to Mont Frugy, a wooded hill park overlooking the city
- ✓ Discover the Henriot faïence factory, a Quimper craft since 1690, and taste crêpes and Cornouaille cider
When to visit Quimper?
MILD OCEANIC CLIMATE
June to September — mildest and sunniest weather, plus the Cornouaille Festival in July
What to do in Quimper?
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How long to visit Quimper?
Plan 1 to 2 days: one day covers the historic centre (Saint-Corentin Cathedral, old riverside quarters along the Odet, Fine Arts Museum, Breton Departmental Museum) and a stroll along the flowered quays. With a second day, add a trip to Locronan, Concarneau or the Pointe du Raz. To make the most of the city, come in late July for the Festival de Cornouaille and pack a rain jacket, as showers can appear at any time.
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