4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Rennes
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Rennes will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Rennes every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 697 km distance in an average of 15 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Rennes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £242.
Distance: 697 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£56 Average Price Cheapest | £242 Average Price |
13h 21m Average total duration 12h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Rennes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Rennes coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 18h55 | 17:50 Rennes, Gare Routière | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 05:30 Cologne | 12h45 | 18:15 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Rennes
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Buses from Cologne to Rennes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 697 km distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 697 km |
Average bus duration 12h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to RennesYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Rennes with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Rennes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Rennes by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Rennes
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, C2, 11, 12 Metro: A Train: TER, TGV
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