How to get to Auray from Rennes

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Compare train and coach for Rennes to Auray

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Auray among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 110 km

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£21

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1h 18m

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3h 1m

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2h 31m

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1h 38m

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Compare ways to travel from Rennes to Auray

Compare the available ways to get from Rennes to Auray, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Auray is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Auray:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Auray costing on average £21.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Auray is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Auray take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rennes and Auray including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 38m by car). Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £20 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.

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.

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from Rennes to Auray

How to get to Auray from Rennes by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Rennes to Auray is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Auray by train

The most popular day trips by train from Auray are Vannes, Lorient, Rennes, Carnac and Quimper. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Auray on Omio.

A view of Vannes

Day trip from Auray to Vannes by train

Why visit Vannes for the day?

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.

A view of Lorient

Day trip from Auray to Lorient by train

Why visit Lorient for the day?

Lorient is a Breton port city known for its maritime heritage, submarine base and summer Festival Interceltique. Rebuilt after the Second World War, it feels practical and modern, with lively quays and a strong connection to the sea.

A view of Rennes

Day trip from Auray to Rennes by train

Why visit Rennes for the day?

Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.

A view of Carnac

Day trip from Auray to Carnac by train

Why visit Carnac for the day?

Carnac is a coastal town in Brittany known for the Carnac stones, one of Europe’s most notable prehistoric sites. It also offers sandy beaches and a calm seaside atmosphere with a strong Breton character.

A view of Quimper

Day trip from Auray to Quimper by train

Why visit Quimper for the day?

Quimper is a historic Breton city known for its half-timbered centre, Saint-Corentin Cathedral and faience pottery. On the River Odet, it has a compact feel shaped by Breton culture, markets and nearby Atlantic coast scenery.

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FAQs: Rennes to Auray

Travel to Auray easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rennes to Auray.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rennes and Auray including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Auray is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Auray:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Auray costing on average £21.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Auray is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Auray take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 1m.

The Rennes to Auray distance is approximately 110 km.
The average frequency per day from Rennes to Auray is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rennes and Auray as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rennes to Auray:
  • Trains mostly depart from Rennes station and arrive in Gare d'Auray.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rennes, Gare Routière and arrive in Auray, Rue de la Petite Vitesse (Gare Accès Nord).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Le Palais and arrive in Port Maria.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rennes to Auray, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Auray by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar to go to Auray by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rennes to Auray with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct trains per day with BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar.
Omio customers who travel from Rennes to Auray often also extend their vacation to go to Quiberon, Paris, Carnac, Nantes, Vannes. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Auray and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Rennes to Auray, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A stay of two to three days in Auray is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, charming harbour, and nearby attractions like the Gulf of Morbihan.

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