- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
The city’s main fine arts museum presents paintings, antiquities and temporary exhibitions in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£96
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£99
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 46 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Versailles to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Versailles to Rennes will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
To travel from Versailles to Rennes you need to make at least one change.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Versailles to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £133.
Distance: 291 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£99 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Versailles to Rennes:
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Versailles to Rennes costing on average £99.
A coach is £79 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Versailles to Rennes costing on average £133.
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 54m.
Coach takes on average 3h 37m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 22m by car). Tickets start at around £99 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Versailles to Rennes trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:49 Versailles | 3h41 | 10:30 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:25 Versailles | 8h56 | 16:21 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:18 Versailles | 3h29 | 14:47 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:18 Versailles | 5h13 | 18:31 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:18 Versailles | 3h51 | 19:09 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:21 Versailles | 3h10 | 20:31 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:20 Versailles | 3h09 | 21:29 Rennes | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:41 Versailles | 3h18 | 22:59 Rennes | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:21 Versailles | 10h58 | 8:19 Rennes | 1 change | |
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Trains from Versailles to Rennes run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 19:24 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Rennes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rennes trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum presents paintings, antiquities and temporary exhibitions in a central historic setting.
Set in the former Jacobin convent, this museum explores Rennes and Brittany through archaeology, history and changing exhibitions.
This science museum is known for Brittany-themed displays, a planetarium and natural history collections suitable for all ages.
This large central square is a focal point for markets, events and major city views, linking historic and modern Rennes.
Rennes’ medieval quarter is filled with half-timbered houses, narrow lanes and lively streets ideal for walking and photography.
This long formal park features gardens, lawns, an aviary and calm walking paths, making it one of Rennes’ best green escapes.
Buckwheat savoury crêpe from Brittany, usually filled with ham, cheese and egg. A regional staple tied to Breton buckwheat farming traditions.
A hot pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat galette, especially associated with Rennes markets and football crowds. It is one of the city’s signature street foods.
Breton butter cake made with laminated dough and plenty of salted butter. Rennes bakeries often sell it as a rich regional sweet treat.
Refined restaurant offering contemporary French cooking with Breton produce in an elegant atmosphere suited to a special meal.
Well-known Rennes crêperie serving classic Breton galettes and crêpes in a warm, traditional dining room near the historic centre.
Popular traditional venue known for galette-saucisse and Breton specialities in a lively, no-frills setting appreciated by locals.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while public transport and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Rennes Aéroport -> République, Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Versailles to Rennes 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 Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Versailles to Rennes trains use the Versailles Chantiers to Rennes station pair. Use this guide to compare Versailles and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Versailles Chantiers has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Limousin, La Petite Venise
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Versailles Chantiers. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Versailles Chantiers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Versailles Chantiers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Versailles Chantiers: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Versailles Chantiers: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Versailles Chantiers, Hôtel Le Versailles, Hôtel d'Angleterre.
Rennes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
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