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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from La Rochelle to Rennes
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from La Rochelle to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Rochelle to Rennes will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 8 buses that leave La Rochelle for Rennes every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for La Rochelle to Rennes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from La Rochelle to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 220 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
La Rochelle to Rennes bus times
The table below shows live departures for La Rochelle to Rennes coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5616 | 13:20 La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 4h55 | 18:15 Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 3h40 | 19:50 Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| FlixBus | 04:00 La Rochelle, Jean Moulin | 3h35 | 07:35 Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51027 | 07:25 La Rochelle, P+R Jean Moulin | 4h20 | 11:45 Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from La Rochelle to Rennes.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from La Rochelle to Rennes
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Buses from La Rochelle to Rennes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 220 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from La Rochelle to RennesYou can travel by bus between La Rochelle to Rennes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: La Rochelle to Rennes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle and Rennes
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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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