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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$11
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$23
Fastest journey on Sep 15
4 h
Average journey duration on Sep 15
4 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 15
6
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Rennes will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 6 buses from Paris to Rennes, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a flight costs an average of $364.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $364 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Rennes:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Rennes costing on average $87 (€71).
A bus is $334 (€272) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Rennes costing on average $364 (€296).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 58m.
Bus takes on average 4h 57m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $109 (€89) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $80 (€65). The journey takes 4h 57m versus 3h 40m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Rennes buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50917 | 2:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h35 | 7:25 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 4h10 | 8:30 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h40 | 10:10 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
52020 | 6:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 4h35 | 10:35 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h00 | 3:25 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h25 | 7:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 4h00 | 7:25 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
52198 | 9:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h15 | 2:30 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Paris to Rennes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:20 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.
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Science museum known for Brittany collections, natural history, and the famous Crocodile and sundial. Great for families and curious visitors.
Interactive space inside Les Champs Libres covering science, society, and local heritage through changing displays and educational exhibits.
Rennes' best-known park with French gardens, aviary, rose beds, and shaded walks. Ideal for a relaxing break near the center.
Main square of the historic center, lined with half-timbered houses and lively terraces. A perfect starting point for exploring old Rennes.
Elegant royal square with a statue of Louis XIV and harmonious classical façades. One of Rennes' defining urban spaces.
A Breton buckwheat savoury crêpe, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or local sausage. It is a staple of Rennes crêperies and everyday Breton food culture.
A thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. It is one of Brittany’s best-known sweet traditions and widely enjoyed in Rennes.
A rustic Breton pork sausage, often grilled and served in bread or with galettes. It is closely tied to Rennes market culture, especially around Place des Lices.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with Breton products, served in an elegant fine dining setting with strong local reputation.
Established Rennes crêperie known for refined Breton galettes and quality cider in a polished but welcoming setting near the historic centre.
Well-known casual crêperie serving traditional galettes, sweet crêpes and Breton cider in a friendly setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many central sights are low cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis may be rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Rennes by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Rennes buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Rennes, Gare Routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Rennes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle is 23 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle. ATMs are available at Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle.
Available at Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle: Wheelchair accessible bus bays available.
Rennes, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes, Gare Routière.
Available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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