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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£217
Average price
£235
Fastest journey
9 h 57 m
Average duration
11 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
806 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Barcelona will cost around £235 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £217.
To travel from Rennes to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
12402+
097427:4011h43Rennes station19:23Barcelona Sants£2171One-way1 change- 8072 · 6607+097425:3313h50Rennes station19:23Barcelona Sants£2261One-way2 changes
- 5332+097427:4011h43Rennes station19:23Barcelona Sants£2301One-way1 change
- 9715 · 861011:359h57Rennes station21:32Barcelona Sants£2691One-way1 change
- 9715 · 861011:359h57Rennes station21:32Barcelona Sants£2691One-way1 change
- 12402+097427:4011h43Rennes station19:23Barcelona Sants£2171One-way1 change
- 5332+097427:4011h43Rennes station19:23Barcelona Sants£2301One-way1 change
- 8072 · 6607+097425:3313h50Rennes station19:23Barcelona Sants£2261One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Barcelona 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 flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 806 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£203 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £276 Average Price |
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 6m Average total duration 15h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rennes to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8610 · 9715 | 11:35 Rennes station | 9h57 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 8072 · 6607+09742 | 5:33 Rennes station | 13h50 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Barcelona
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Trains from Rennes to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £110 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 806 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 806 km |
Average train duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £110 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 40m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 16:34 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Barcelona 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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AVE
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Rennes to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Barcelona
Most Rennes to Barcelona trains use the Rennes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rennes station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
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.
Getting to Pontchaillou from Rennes city centre
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Rennes arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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