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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 169 km
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£47 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin trains for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 852870+3323 | On time 16:55 Rennes station | 4h22 | 21:17 Cherbourg | 1 change | |
| 8088+3327 | On time 17:35 Rennes station | 5h37 | 23:12 Cherbourg | 1 change | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
| 852856+3313 | On time 10:21 Rennes station | 4h46 | 15:07 Cherbourg | 1 change | |
| 8610+3315 | On time 10:35 Rennes station | 6h35 | 17:10 Cherbourg | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
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Trains from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, TER BreizhGo from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin trainsSNCF TER, TER, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Rennes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin from £15. 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
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 Rental
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Le Vauban
- Café de Paris
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Mercure Cherbourg Centre Port
- Hotel Le Louvre
- Hotel Moderna
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to the UK
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