- 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
$65
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 40 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Rennes will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Rennes without transferring at least once.
50449 · 50086
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
50457 · 50054
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50449 · 50086
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50457 · 50054Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $141.
Distance: 434 miles (699 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $325 Average price | $270 Average price | $225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 46m Average total duration 14h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Rennes:
A bus is $200 (€164) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Rennes costing on average $270 (€221).
A bus is $256 (€209) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Rennes costing on average $325 (€266).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 0m.
Bus takes on average 14h 16m.
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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 12:40AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:38PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 18h22 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Rennes buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 14h25 | 7:25 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
50449 · 50086 | 9:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 15h35 | 1:20 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 14h50 | 1:25 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h10 | 6:50 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
50457 · 50054 | 8:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h45 | 2:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 16h15 | 3:25 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 18h22 | 7:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h45 | 7:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Rennes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 434 miles (699 km) distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 434 miles (699 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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.
Official public transport app
Rennes Gare Routière, Rennes -> République, Rennes
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