- 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
$31
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Le Havre to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Havre to Rennes will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 3 buses that leave Le Havre for Rennes on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 202 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 11 h 5 m 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 Le Havre to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $141.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $103 Average price | $358 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 45m Average total duration 19h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Le Havre to Rennes:
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Havre to Rennes costing on average $103 (€84).
A bus is $329 (€269) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Le Havre to Rennes costing on average $358 (€294).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
Flight takes on average 19h 45m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 3h 50m versus 3h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
The table below shows live departures for Le Havre 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 | 10:20 PM Le Havre, Gare routière | 9h05 | 7:25 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 7:20 AM Le Havre | 11h05 | 6:25 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Le Havre | 4h15 | 1:20 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Le Havre | 4h15 | 2:20 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Le Havre to Rennes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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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