The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Rennes
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Rennes will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Caen for Rennes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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 coach, train and flight for Caen to Rennes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Caen to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 £6, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 154 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £334 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 34m Average total duration 14h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Caen to Rennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Rennes trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3316+ 8739 | On time 14:57 Gare de Caen | 4h30 | 19:27 Rennes station | 1 change | |
857122+ 887 | On time 16:45 Gare de Caen | 3h05 | 19:50 Rennes station | 1 change | |
3318+ 8063 | On time 16:59 Gare de Caen | 5h10 | 22:09 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
![]() | 08:07 Caen | 3h24 | 11:31 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:10 Caen | 3h28 | 11:38 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Caen to Rennes by coach, train or flight
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Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER or TER BreizhGo to find the best option for your trip from Caen to Rennes.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Caen to Rennes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Rennes
Trains from Caen to Rennes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, TER BreizhGo from Caen to Rennes trainsSNCF TER, TER, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Caen and Rennes from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Caen to Rennes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Rennes by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Caen and Rennes
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
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