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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rennes to Caen
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
154 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rennes to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Caen will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Rennes for Caen 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 154 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 50 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.
15:303h05
Rennes18:35Caen
£131One-way
0 changes
08:252h40
Rennes11:05Caen
£141One-way
0 changes
08:203h00
Rennes11:20Caen
£151One-way
0 changes
20:5015h10
Rennes12:00Caen
£311One-way
0 changes
06:2511h50
Rennes18:15Caen
£321One-way
0 changes
14:272h38
Rennes17:05Caen
£351One-way
0 changes
08:252h40
Rennes11:05Caen
£141One-way
0 changes
08:203h00
Rennes11:20Caen
£151One-way
0 changes
15:303h05
Rennes18:35Caen
£131One-way
0 changes
06:2511h50
Rennes18:15Caen
£321One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Caen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 154 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £613 Average Price |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 49m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rennes to Caen bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:20 Rennes | 3h00 | 11:20 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:25 Rennes | 2h40 | 11:05 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:27 Rennes | 2h38 | 17:05 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Rennes | 3h05 | 18:35 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:50 Rennes | 15h10 | 12:00 Caen | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rennes to Caen
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Buses from Rennes to Caen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 38m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Rennes to CaenYou can travel by bus between Rennes to Caen with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Price
£9
SNCF | Autocar frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£6
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Rennes to Caen coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Rennes to Caen with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Rennes to Caen.
Cheap coach tickets from Rennes to Caen can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rennes to Caen is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Rennes to Caen is 2 h 38 min to travel the 95 mile long trip, with around there are 7 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Rennes to Caen leaves at 00: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Rennes to Caen leaves at 21: 50.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Rennes to Caen with SNCF | Autocar or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the journey from Rennes to Caen you can take a coach with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Rennes to Caen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
When departing from Rennes, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Rennes, Gare Routière and Rennes, Boulevard Solférino. When arriving in Caen, you can end your journey in coach stations like Caen, Pl. De la Gare and Caen, Gare Routière.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rennes, Gare Routière, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Caen, Pl. De la Gare, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Caen from Rennes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 38 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Rennes to Caen by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel from Rennes to Caen 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Rennes to Caen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Rennes to Caen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Rennes to Caen.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Rennes to Caen.
No, luggage for the coach from Rennes to Caen needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Rennes to Caen.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Rennes to Caen.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Rennes to Caen.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Rennes to Caen.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Caen
Rennes
Caen
The major coach station for departures in Rennes is Rennes, Gare Routière. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rennes, Gare Routière for your trip from Rennes to Caen.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-20:00
Car connection
Boulevard SolférinoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Rennes, Gare Routière
- Bus: C1, C2, 11, 12 Metro: A Train: TER, TGV
The major coach station for arrivals in Caen is Caen, Pl. de la Gare. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Caen, Pl. de la Gare for your trip to Caen from Rennes.
Caen, Pl. de la Gare
Amenities at bus station
Accessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Caen, Gare Routière
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