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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Rennes
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£155
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.
To travel from Cologne to Rennes you need to make at least one change.
9426+
122357:0914h16Cologne Hbf21:25Rennes station£1391One-way1 change- 9426+80677:0912h00Cologne Hbf19:09Rennes station£1471One-way1 change
- 9426+80877:098h16Cologne Hbf15:25Rennes station£1551One-way1 change
- 9474+806315:347h35Cologne Hbf23:09Rennes station£1801One-way1 change
- 9474+806315:347h35Cologne Hbf23:09Rennes station£1801One-way1 change
- 9426+80877:098h16Cologne Hbf15:25Rennes station£1551One-way1 change
- 9426+80677:0912h00Cologne Hbf19:09Rennes station£1471One-way1 change
- 9426+122357:0914h16Cologne Hbf21:25Rennes station£1391One-way1 change
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 £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £121.
Distance: 697 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£189 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Rennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Rennes trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9426+12235 | 7:09 Cologne Hbf | 14h16 | 21:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 9426+8087 | 7:09 Cologne Hbf | 8h16 | 15:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 9426+8067 | 7:09 Cologne Hbf | 12h00 | 19:09 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 9474+8063 | 15:34 Cologne Hbf | 7h35 | 23:09 Rennes station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Rennes
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Trains from Cologne to Rennes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £121 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 697 km distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 697 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £121 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 1:10 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: TGV, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Cologne to Rennes trainsTGV, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Cologne and Rennes from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cologne to Rennes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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 Cologne and Rennes
Most Cologne to Rennes trains use the Köln Hbf to Rennes station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Rennes leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Which Rennes station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Rennes from Rennes city centre
Rennes train station facilities and services
Rennes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
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