How to get to Avignon from Rennes

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Compare train and coach for Rennes to Avignon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £80 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, while a train costs an average of £131.

Distance: 681 km

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£131

Average Price

£80

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Cheapest

£205

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5h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 57m

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30m

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14h 45m

Average total duration

14h 15m

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30m

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9h 6m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from Rennes to Avignon

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Avignon is a coach with an average price of £80.

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

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Avignon costing on average £131.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Avignon is by train with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Avignon take longer:

Coach takes on average 14h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rennes and Avignon including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4h 9m faster (4h 57m by train vs 9h 6m by car) and roughly £75 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£131 vs £205). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Rennes to Avignon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50085 · 5807
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50085 · 5807
    1 change

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12230 · 6279 · 5316
    2 changes

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12230 · 6129
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5338 · 5124
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8720 · 6195
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51028 · 50793
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
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Best day trips from Avignon by train

The most popular day trips by train from Avignon are Nîmes, Arles, Marseille, Aix-en-Provence and Montpellier. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Avignon on Omio.

A view of Nîmes

Day trip from Avignon to Nîmes by train

Why visit Nîmes for the day?

Nîmes is known for remarkably well-preserved Roman monuments, especially the Arena and Maison Carrée. Broad boulevards, shaded squares and a southern French rhythm give the city an easy, historic character.

A view of Arles

Day trip from Avignon to Arles by train

Why visit Arles for the day?

Arles is known for its Roman monuments and its close association with Van Gogh. The compact Provençal centre feels historic yet lived-in, with art, café life and the Camargue close at hand.

A view of Marseille

Day trip from Avignon to Marseille by train

Why visit Marseille for the day?

Marseille is France's oldest city, known for its busy Mediterranean port and multicultural energy. The Vieux-Port, Le Panier and the sea give it a rugged, sunlit character.

A view of Aix-en-Provence

Day trip from Avignon to Aix-en-Provence by train

Why visit Aix-en-Provence for the day?

Aix-en-Provence is known for its elegant old town, fountains and ties to Cézanne. Its leafy streets, markets and café life give the city a refined but relaxed Provençal character.

A view of Montpellier

Day trip from Avignon to Montpellier by train

Why visit Montpellier for the day?

Montpellier is a youthful city in southern France, known for its students, elegant old centre and sunny Mediterranean character. Medieval lanes, lively squares and modern architecture give it an energetic but relaxed feel.

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FAQs: Rennes to Avignon

Travel to Avignon 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 Avignon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rennes and Avignon including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Avignon is a coach with an average price of £80.

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

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Avignon costing on average £131.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Avignon is by train with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Avignon take longer:

Coach takes on average 14h 45m.

The Rennes to Avignon distance is approximately 681 km.
The average frequency per day from Rennes to Avignon is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 8 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rennes and Avignon 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 Avignon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport and arrive in Marseille Provence Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rennes station and arrive in Avignon TGV.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rennes, Gare Routière and arrive in Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rennes to Avignon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Avignon by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Avignon by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rennes to Avignon:
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Rennes to Avignon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Marseille, Nice, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Avignon and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Rennes to Avignon, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Avignon, you can explore vibrant local culture at Les Halles d'Avignon, an indoor market with local produce and culinary delights. Attend the Avignon Festival, an annual event with theatre, dance, and music. Enjoy wine tasting tours in the nearby Rhône Valley vineyards or take a guided walking tour through Avignon's historic streets. Experience a scenic boat cruise on the Rhône River. Key sights include the Palais des Papes, Pont Saint-Bénézet, Avignon Cathedral, Rocher des Doms park, and the Musée du Petit Palais with its notable art collection.
To fully explore Avignon's historic sites, such as the Palais des Papes and the Pont d'Avignon, and enjoy its vibrant local culture, plan to spend at least two to three days in the city.

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