Brest to Bordeaux by ferry
Bordeaux lies 495 km (307 mi) south-east of Brest, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 495 km (307 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 14 h 59 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Brest | Bordeaux | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 144,899 | 265,328 |
| Elevation | 49 m (161 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Port | Port of Brest | port of the Moon |
| Postal codes | 29200–29827 CEDEX 9 | 33000–33998 CEDEX |
Where to book ferries from Brest to Bordeaux
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Staying in Bordeaux
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Common questions
How far is Bordeaux from Brest?
495 km (307 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Brest; by road roughly 603 km (375 mi).
How long does it take to get from Brest to Bordeaux by ferry?
About 14 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brest and Bordeaux?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.