- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
The city’s main fine arts museum presents paintings, antiquities and temporary exhibitions in a central historic setting.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Rennes
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Oct
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£144
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£183
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
6 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
6 h 23 m
Trains on 29 Oct
9
Distance
659 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Rennes will cost around £183 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £144.
Fast trains
To travel from Montpellier to Rennes you need to make at least one change.
5738+
1220321:42 11h43 Montpellier-Saint-Roch 9:25 Rennes station £144 1 One-way 1 change- 12330 · 8087
8:50 6h35 Montpellier-Saint-Roch 15:25 Rennes station £166 1 One-way 1 change - 9862 · 5382
9:10 6h30 Montpellier-Sud-de-France 15:40 Rennes station £167 1 One-way 1 change - 12350 · 8751
14:51 6h34 Montpellier-Sud-de-France 21:25 Rennes station £169 1 One-way 1 change - 12348 · 8067
12:51 6h18 Montpellier-Sud-de-France 19:09 Rennes station £183 1 One-way 1 change
- 12348 · 8067
12:51 6h18 Montpellier-Sud-de-France 19:09 Rennes station £183 1 One-way 1 change - 6206 · 8063
16:50 6h19 Montpellier-Saint-Roch 23:09 Rennes station £193 1 One-way 1 change - 6204 · 8793
13:50 6h20 Montpellier-Saint-Roch 20:10 Rennes station £197 1 One-way 1 change - 5500 · 6624 · 8739
13:57 6h30 Montpellier-Saint-Roch 20:27 Rennes station £231 1 One-way 2 changes - 9862 · 5382
9:10 6h30 Montpellier-Sud-de-France 15:40 Rennes station £167 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Rennes
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Trains from Montpellier to Rennes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 659 km distance in 4h 38m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Distance 659 km |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Frequently asked questions about your Montpellier to Rennes trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Montpellier to Rennes.
The cost of a train ticket from Montpellier to Rennes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £61, while the average price tends to be around £153.
The train journey from Montpellier to Rennes covers a distance of 659 km and takes approximately 4h 38m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Montpellier to Rennes is 659 km.
The first train from Montpellier to Rennes leaves at 5:33.
The last train from Montpellier to Rennes departs at 21:48.
Trains from Montpellier to Rennes run approximately 9 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Montpellier to Rennes.
Live departures
Montpellier to Rennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Rennes trains for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5738+12203 | On time 21:42 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 11h43 | 9:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 29 October | |||||
| 12330 · 8087 | 8:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h35 | 15:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 9862 · 5382 | 9:10 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h30 | 15:40 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 12348 · 8067 | 12:51 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h18 | 19:09 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 6204 · 8793 | 13:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h20 | 20:10 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 5500 · 5386 | 13:57 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h34 | 20:31 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 5500 · 6624 · 8739 | 13:57 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h30 | 20:27 Rennes station | 2 changes | |
| 12350 · 8751 | 14:51 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h34 | 21:25 Rennes station | 1 change | |
| 6206 · 8063 | 16:50 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 6h19 | 23:09 Rennes station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Montpellier to Rennes trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Montpellier and Rennes from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
4h 38m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£61
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
About
SNCF Intercités de nuit is the regular overnight train service offered by France's national railway company, SNCF, since 2012. These trains, primarily using Corail coaches, provide a time-effective way to travel across France, connecting Paris to various destinations in the south, including the Alps, the Côte d'Azur, and the Pyrenees. Passengers can choose from reclining seats, 6-berth couchettes in second class, or 4-berth couchettes in first class, with the option to book an entire compartment for privacy. Services can include Wi-Fi, pre-ordered meals, and even shower access at select stations for first-class travelers. Popular routes include Paris to Nice, Toulouse, Briançon, and Lourdes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | Intercités de nuit Duration
10h 25m
Cheapest SNCF | Intercités de nuit Price
£84
SNCF | Intercités de nuit frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Luggage racks at the end of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Vending machine with snacks and drinks available
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding/disembarking
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Montpellier and Rennes
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Montpellier to Rennes.
Yes, there is a night train from Montpellier to Rennes.
Complete guide to Rennes
Things to do in Rennes
Discover the best of Rennes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rennes trip today.
- Must visit
Musée de Bretagne
Set in the former Jacobin convent, this museum explores Rennes and Brittany through archaeology, history and changing exhibitions.
- Recommended
Espace des sciences
This science museum is known for Brittany-themed displays, a planetarium and natural history collections suitable for all ages.
- Must visit
Place des Lices
This large central square is a focal point for markets, events and major city views, linking historic and modern Rennes.
- Must visit
Centre historique de Rennes
Rennes’ medieval quarter is filled with half-timbered houses, narrow lanes and lively streets ideal for walking and photography.
- Must visit
Parc du Thabor
This long formal park features gardens, lawns, an aviary and calm walking paths, making it one of Rennes’ best green escapes.
- Gluten-free
Galette-saucisse
Buckwheat savoury crêpe from Brittany, usually filled with ham, cheese and egg. A regional staple tied to Breton buckwheat farming traditions.
- Gluten-free
Galette-saucisse
A hot pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat galette, especially associated with Rennes markets and football crowds. It is one of the city’s signature street foods.
- Vegetarian
Kouign-amann
Breton butter cake made with laminated dough and plenty of salted butter. Rennes bakeries often sell it as a rich regional sweet treat.
Racines
Refined restaurant offering contemporary French cooking with Breton produce in an elegant atmosphere suited to a special meal.
Crêperie Saint-Georges
Well-known Rennes crêperie serving classic Breton galettes and crêpes in a warm, traditional dining room near the historic centre.
Chez Les Garçons
Popular traditional venue known for galette-saucisse and Breton specialities in a lively, no-frills setting appreciated by locals.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while public transport and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €4.80
To the city centre
Rennes Aéroport -> République, Rennes
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- You can validate a contactless bank card directly on bus and metro validators for 1 hour of unlimited travel at €1.70.
- From Rennes Aéroport, bus C6 goes to République in about 20 min. You can also change at Saint-Jacques Gaîté for Métro B towards the centre.
Plan your visit to Rennes
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Rennes.
The train journey from Montpellier to Rennes offers varied landscapes, beginning with the picturesque vineyards and rolling hills of the Languedoc region, transitioning through the serene Loire Valley, and concluding with the lush greenery of Brittany, making it a pleasantly scenic route.
FAQs: Montpellier to Rennes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.
Booking trains from Montpellier to Rennes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Montpellier to Rennes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Montpellier and Rennes
Most Montpellier to Rennes trains use the Montpellier Saint-Roch to Rennes station pair, with some services arriving at Pontchaillou. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Montpellier
Arrival train stations in Rennes
Which Montpellier station do trains to Rennes leave from?
Trains from Montpellier to Rennes leave from Montpellier Saint-Roch. The station is 1 km from Montpellier city centre at Place Auguste Gilbert, BP 51238, 34011 Montpellier, France.
Montpellier Saint-RochPlace Auguste Gilbert, BP 51238, 34011 Montpellier, France+33 892353535
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpellier Saint-Roch from Montpellier city centre
Tram1, 4 · 8m · £2 · every ~10 min
Montpellier Saint-Roch train station facilities and services
Montpellier Saint-Roch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Galzin, Selecta, Agora, Les Halles Solanid, PAUL, Quick
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. .
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier Saint-Roch: Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie, Crowne Plaza Montpellier, Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch.
Montpellier-Sud-de-France1526 Rue de la Fontaine de la Banquière, 34000 Montpellier, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpellier-Sud-de-France from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier-Sud-de-France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus620 · 15m · £2 · every ~3 min
15 · 28m · £2 · every ~7 min
Tram1 · 25m · £2 · every ~19 min
1 · 27m · £2 · every ~19 min
1 · 33m · £2 · every ~18 min
1 · 36m · £2 · every ~18 min
Montpellier-Sud-de-France train station facilities and services
Montpellier-Sud-de-France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Sud, Brasserie du Midi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier-Sud-de-France.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France, Kyriad Montpellier Sud.
Which Rennes station do trains from Montpellier arrive at?
Trains from Montpellier to Rennes most often arrive at Rennes. Some services arrive at Pontchaillou, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Rennes arrival station.
Rennes19 Place de la Gare, 35000 Rennes, France+33 2 99 30 70 00
City-centre transport
Getting to Rennes from Rennes city centre
BusC2, 12 · 8m · £2 · every ~15 min
Subwayb · 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
a · 3m · £2 · every ~30 min
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.
PontchaillouRue Léon Ricottier, 35000 Rennes, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Pontchaillou from Rennes city centre
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainTer · 5m · £1 · every ~3 min
BusC1 · 14m · £2 · every ~15 min
Pontchaillou train station facilities and services
Pontchaillou has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontchaillou.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pontchaillou.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontchaillou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontchaillou: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontchaillou.
Train stations for Montpellier to Rennes
Check train stations information for Montpellier and Rennes, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Montpellier that goes to Rennes is Montpellier Saint-Roch, and it arrives at Rennes.
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