The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Zurich
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
768 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Zurich will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rennes for Zurich every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 768 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 59 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.
12:356h51Rennes19:26Zurich£1201One-way0 changes
11:277h59Rennes19:26Zurich£1211One-way0 changes
13:356h51Rennes20:26Zurich£1391One-way0 changes
14:356h51Rennes21:26Zurich£1911One-way0 changes
12:356h51Rennes19:26Zurich£1201One-way0 changes
14:356h51Rennes21:26Zurich£1911One-way0 changes
13:356h51Rennes20:26Zurich£1391One-way0 changes
11:277h59Rennes19:26Zurich£1211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rennes to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 768 km
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£187 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest | £209 Average Price |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 30m Average total duration 17h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rennes to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Zurich trains for today, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8722+ 9223 | 15:35 Rennes station | 7h25 | 23:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Zurich
Trains from Rennes to Zurich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 768 km distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 768 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 18:34 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Rennes to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Zurich from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Rennes to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rennes and Zurich
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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