The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
£140
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Bordeaux will cost around £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
To travel from Rennes to Bordeaux you need to make at least one change.
8052 · 85377:484h26Rennes station12:14Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1401One-way1 change
8636 · 843918:354h59Rennes station23:34Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1571One-way1 change
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850219:3513h05Rennes station8:40Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1801One-way2 changes
8090 · 1226112:504h24Rennes station17:14Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1871One-way1 change
8086 · 855116:434h04Rennes station20:47Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1891One-way1 change
8086 · 855116:434h04Rennes station20:47Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1891One-way1 change
5280 · 854712:004h15Rennes station16:15Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£2031One-way1 change
8090 · 1226112:504h24Rennes station17:14Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1871One-way1 change
8626 · 851915:504h24Rennes station20:14Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1981One-way1 change
8052 · 85377:484h26Rennes station12:14Bordeaux-Saint-Jean£1401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Bordeaux
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 373 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg 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
Rennes to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Bordeaux trains for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8706 · 8413 | On time 9:35 Rennes station | 5h28 | 15:03 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
858286+ 3833+ 856619 | Delayed 8:23 9:39Rennes station | 6h18 | 15:57 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
5280 · 8547 | 12:00 Rennes station | 4h15 | 16:15 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8090 · 12261 | 12:50 Rennes station | 4h24 | 17:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8626 · 8593 | 15:50 Rennes station | 4h24 | 20:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8086 · 8551 | 16:43 Rennes station | 4h04 | 20:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8636 · 8439 | 18:35 Rennes station | 5h05 | 23:40 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8642+ 3751+ 8502 | On time 19:35 Rennes station | 13h05 | 8:40 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 30 July | |||||
9884 · 5202 | 6:25 Rennes station | 5h37 | 12:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8052 · 8537 | 7:48 Rennes station | 4h26 | 12:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Bordeaux
Trains from Rennes to Bordeaux run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:36 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Bordeaux trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Bordeaux from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rennes to Bordeaux train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Bordeaux
Most Rennes to Bordeaux trains use the Rennes to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rennes station do trains to Bordeaux 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.
Getting to Rennes, Beaulieu Chimie from Rennes city centre
Which Bordeaux station do trains from Rennes arrive at?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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