- 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
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ploermel to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ploermel to Rennes will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ploermel for Rennes on Sat, Jun 20, 2 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 57 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ploermel to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m 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 Ploermel to Rennes:
A train is $0.50 (€0.41) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ploermel to Rennes costing on average $7 (€5).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 12m.
Tickets start at around $7 (€5) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€5). The journey takes 1h 2m versus 56m 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, BreizhGo.
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 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Ploermel to Rennes buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:40 AM Ploërmel, Gare routière de Réhumpol | 1h05 | 7:45 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Ploërmel, Gare routière de Réhumpol | 0h55 | 3:00 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ploermel to Rennes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 10:45 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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