The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£562
Average price
£574
Fastest journey
17 h 26 m
Average duration
17 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
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 £574 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £562.
To travel from Rennes to Edinburgh you need to make at least 6 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a train costs an average of £566.
Distance: 878 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£571 Average Price | £217 Average Price | £99 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 38m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 50m Average total duration 28h 20m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:35 Rennes | 17h33 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 6 changes | |
![]() | 21:35 Rennes | 17h26 | 15:01 Edinburgh | 6 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Edinburgh
Trains from Rennes to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £566 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 16:03. The fastest train covers the 878 km distance in 11h 27m.
Distance 878 km |
Average train duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £566 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 27m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 16:03 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Rennes to Edinburgh trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Edinburgh from £59. 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 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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