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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£571
Average price
£580
Fastest journey
10 h 38 m
Average duration
12 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
878 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Edinburgh will cost around £580 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £571.
To travel from Rennes to Edinburgh you need to make at least 4 changes.
6:2310h46Rennes17:09Edinburgh£5711One-way4 changes- 7:3110h38Rennes18:09Edinburgh£5711One-way4 changes
- 12:0011h07Rennes23:07Edinburgh£5711One-way4 changes
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8:0113h08Rennes21:09Edinburgh£5811One-way4 changes- 18:0817h00Rennes11:08Edinburgh£6041One-way4 changes
- 7:3110h38Rennes18:09Edinburgh£5711One-way4 changes
- 6:2310h46Rennes17:09Edinburgh£5711One-way4 changes
- 12:0011h07Rennes23:07Edinburgh£5711One-way4 changes
- 8:0113h08Rennes21:09Edinburgh£5811One-way4 changes
- 18:0817h00Rennes11:08Edinburgh£6041One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rennes to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £571.
Distance: 878 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£579 Average Price | £173 Average Price | £82 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 26m Average total duration 21h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rennes to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:23 Rennes | 10h46 | 17:09 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 7:31 Rennes | 10h38 | 18:09 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 8:01 Rennes | 13h08 | 21:09 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 12:00 Rennes | 11h07 | 23:07 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
| 18:08 Rennes | 17h00 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 4 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Rennes to Edinburgh by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Edinburgh
France
United Kingdom
Trains from Rennes to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £571 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 16:03. The fastest train covers the 878 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 878 km |
Average train duration 13h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £571 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 30m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 16:03 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Rennes to Edinburgh trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Edinburgh from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Rennes to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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