- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
Major fine arts museum with collections ranging from Antiquity to modern art, including works by Rubens, Picasso and regional painters.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
17 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Rennes will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Rennes on Fri, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 697 km distance in an average of 17 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 19 h 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $165.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price | $223 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Rennes:
A bus is $181 (€149) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Rennes costing on average $257 (€211).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 8m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:01AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 21h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 19h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 18h24 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 18h46 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Rennes buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:55 PM Cologne | 15h20 | 1:15 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Cologne | 14h20 | 12:20 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 PM Cologne | 15h20 | 2:15 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 10:35 AM Cologne | 18h25 | 5:00 AM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Cologne | 14h20 | 11:20 AM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cologne to Rennes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Rennes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rennes trip today.
Major fine arts museum with collections ranging from Antiquity to modern art, including works by Rubens, Picasso and regional painters.
Large cultural complex housing the Musée de Bretagne, the Espace des sciences and a major library; one of Rennes's key cultural venues.
Museum of Breton history and society, located inside Les Champs Libres, with strong exhibits on regional identity, daily life and heritage.
The old town's network of medieval streets and half-timbered houses, ideal for wandering and photography.
Large historic square famous for its Saturday market, one of the liveliest and most local experiences in Rennes.
Rennes's best-known park, combining French gardens, an English-style park, aviaries and a rose garden.
Rennes’ iconic street food: a grilled pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat galette, especially popular at markets and football matches.
A savory buckwheat crêpe from Brittany, commonly filled with ham, egg, cheese, mushrooms, or regional ingredients. A staple meal across Rennes.
A classic Breton sweet crêpe served with butter and sugar. Simple, traditional, and found in nearly every crêperie in Rennes.
Recognized bistronomic restaurant in Rennes offering refined seasonal French cuisine with a more contemporary, intimate atmosphere.
Popular modern restaurant in Rennes known for polished seasonal cooking, natural wines, and a relaxed but fashionable setting.
Well-known Rennes crêperie famous for creative galettes and stylish décor near the historic center. A reliable choice for a classic Breton meal.
Moderate for France. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés or rounding up 5-10% in restaurants for great service is appreciated.
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