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Brest vs Lyon

France vs France · 763 km apart

Brest

France

€999 ($1,086)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lyon

France

€1,154 ($1,254)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBrestLyonCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.05$11.46Brest
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.20$45.83Brest
Cappuccino$3.02$3.44Brest
Monthly groceries (single person)$228$260Brest
Monthly public transport pass$36.85$42.01Brest
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$97.15$111Brest
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.14$32.08Brest
Fitness club membership$28.14$32.08Brest
Cinema ticket$7.37$8.40Brest
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$598$704Brest
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$416$490Brest
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,248$1,470Brest
Total single-person budget$1,086$1,254Brest
Average net salary$3,050$3,477

Verdict

Brest is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Brest runs about $1,086 versus $1,254 in Lyon — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Lyon leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Brest  ·  Full cost of living in Lyon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brest cheaper than Lyon?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,086 per month in Brest versus $1,254 in Lyon — about 15% less.
How far is Brest from Lyon?
The straight-line distance between Brest and Lyon is approximately 763 km (474 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Brest or Lyon?
The estimated average net salary is $3,050 in Brest and $3,477 in Lyon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,964 in Brest versus $2,223 in Lyon per month.