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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Rennes
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
11
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 £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 11 trains that leave Caen for Rennes every day 2 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 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
85283017:123h24Gare de Caen20:36Rennes station£351One-way0 changes- 8528089:103h23Gare de Caen12:33Rennes station£351One-way0 changes
- 857120+
538616:443h47Gare de Caen20:31Rennes station£601One-way1 change - 16566+538212:492h51Gare de Caen15:40Rennes station£601One-way1 change
3326+8657 · 868020:469h43Gare de Caen6:29Rennes station£991One-way2 changes
- 16566+538212:492h51Gare de Caen15:40Rennes station£601One-way1 change
- 8528089:103h23Gare de Caen12:33Rennes station£351One-way0 changes
- 85283017:123h24Gare de Caen20:36Rennes station£351One-way0 changes
- 857120+538616:443h47Gare de Caen20:31Rennes station£601One-way1 change
- 3312+862914:054h20Gare de Caen18:25Rennes station£1601One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 £113.
Distance: 154 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £288 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 8m Average total duration 15h 8m 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 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 852806 | 8:09 Gare de Caen | 3h24 | 11:33 Rennes station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3340+8717 | 9:04 Gare de Caen | 4h21 | 13:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 857140+5470 | 10:42 Gare de Caen | 4h05 | 14:47 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 853423 · 852826 | 12:06 Gare de Caen | 3h46 | 15:52 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 3312+8629 | 14:05 Gare de Caen | 4h20 | 18:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 3316+8739 | 15:55 Gare de Caen | 4h32 | 20:27 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 857122+9838 | 17:43 Gare de Caen | 3h46 | 21:29 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 3318+8063 | 17:59 Gare de Caen | 5h10 | 23:09 Rennes station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Rennes
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Trains from Caen to Rennes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 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 56m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Caen to Rennes trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Caen and Rennes from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
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
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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