- 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
$42
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montauban to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montauban to Rennes will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 buses that leave Montauban for Rennes on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 512 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 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 train as it is the most popular option from Montauban to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 318 miles (512 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price | $172 Average price | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 36m Average total duration 10h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montauban to Rennes:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montauban to Rennes costing on average $172 (€140).
A bus is $103 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montauban to Rennes costing on average $174 (€141).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 7m.
Flight takes on average 10h 36m.
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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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
The table below shows live departures for Montauban to Rennes buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 PM Montauban | 11h05 | 5:15 AM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Montauban to Rennes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 318 miles (512 km) distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 318 miles (512 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 1:40 AM |
Last bus 10:50 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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