The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Rennes
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h 7 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 £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
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 16 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 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 £246.
Distance: 697 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £246 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* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Rennes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Rennes coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:30 Cologne | 14h40 | 20:10 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:25 Cologne | 16h50 | 01:15 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 Cologne | 17h40 | 05:00 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Cologne | 14h20 | 11:20 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:55 Cologne | 17h05 | 15:00 Rennes | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Rennes
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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Rennes
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
- 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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