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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £77 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £77, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 169 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£77 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rennes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£47. The journey takes 4h 9m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Rennes from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rennes is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Rennes are Saint-Malo, Paris, Nantes, Vannes and Brest. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rennes on Omio.
Saint-Malo is a walled coastal city in Brittany known for its ramparts, beaches and seafaring history. Its old town, shaped by merchants and corsairs, feels compact, rugged and closely tied to the sea.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Nantes is known for its maritime history, inventive culture and the striking Machines de l'Île. Historic quarters, green spaces and a relaxed Loire-side setting give the city an easy-going character.
Vannes is a historic Breton city on the Gulf of Morbihan, known for medieval walls, timber-framed houses and a lively marina. Its compact centre mixes old stone streets with markets and easy access to the coast.
Brest is a modern Atlantic port in western Brittany with a strong naval and maritime character. It is best known for its harbour, the Pont de Recouvrance and Océanopolis, with sea views shaping much of the city.
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