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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Caen
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Caen will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 8 trains that leave Rennes for Caen every day 1 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 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.
85286817:283h23Rennes station20:51Gare de Caen£351One-way0 changes- 852862 · 85343214:063h37Rennes station17:43Gare de Caen£381One-way1 change
8052+8572397:484h29Rennes station12:17Gare de Caen£491One-way1 change- 5338+85362517:303h45Rennes station21:15Gare de Caen£601One-way1 change
- 5460+1658415:314h05Rennes station19:36Gare de Caen£601One-way1 change
- 85286817:283h23Rennes station20:51Gare de Caen£351One-way0 changes
- 852862 · 85343214:063h37Rennes station17:43Gare de Caen£381One-way1 change
- 5338+85362517:303h45Rennes station21:15Gare de Caen£601One-way1 change
- 5460+1658415:314h05Rennes station19:36Gare de Caen£601One-way1 change
- 8052+8572397:484h29Rennes station12:17Gare de Caen£491One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Caen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Caen 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 35m. 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 £116.
Distance: 154 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £322 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 58m Average total duration 9h 58m 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
Rennes to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Caen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8052+857239 | 7:48 Rennes station | 4h29 | 12:17 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
12208+ 3313 | 9:55 Rennes station | 4h58 | 14:53 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
| 8610+3343 | 11:35 Rennes station | 4h59 | 16:34 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
| 852862 · 853432 | 14:06 Rennes station | 3h37 | 17:43 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
| 5460+16584 | 15:31 Rennes station | 4h05 | 19:36 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
| 852868 | 17:28 Rennes station | 3h23 | 20:51 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5338+853625 | 17:30 Rennes station | 3h45 | 21:15 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
| 12206+3301 | 21:35 Rennes station | 6h32 | 4:07 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Caen
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Trains from Rennes to Caen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Caen trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Caen 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: Rennes to Caen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Caen 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 Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Caen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage 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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage 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
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