- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum housing major works including the Mona Lisa and vast collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed entry is strongly advised.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Paris will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 18 buses that leave Rennes for Paris on Mon, Jul 13, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 308 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $243 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m 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 Rennes to Paris:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Paris costing on average $67 (€55).
A bus is $217 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Paris costing on average $243 (€200).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Bus takes on average 3h 29m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (3h 29m by bus vs 3h 47m by car) and save roughly $83 (€68) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $109 (€89)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 01:10AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Paris buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50912 | 8:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 5h20 | 1:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h00 | 12:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
50918 | 9:15 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h35 | 1:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h35 | 2:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51832 | 12:30 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h50 | 5:20 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h35 | 6:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50085 | 2:30 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h45 | 7:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
52197 | 3:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 5h15 | 8:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
52196 | 3:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h55 | 8:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5242 | 5:05 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h20 | 9:25 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h25 | 11:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h00 | 12:55 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 8h25 | 7:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
52019 | 11:50 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 5h10 | 5:00 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
50053 | 1:10 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 5h05 | 6:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h40 | 6:20 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 4h15 | 11:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rennes to Paris run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 17 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 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |


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World-famous museum housing major works including the Mona Lisa and vast collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed entry is strongly advised.
Major art museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. Popular time slots often sell out.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out design and strong temporary exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district with village-like lanes, artists' corners, stairways, and many classic Paris views. Very popular for wandering and photos.
One of Paris's most enjoyable central neighborhoods, known for historic mansions, boutiques, small museums, and lively streets.
Famous grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, known for major events, lights, and city symbolism.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a Paris breakfast staple and a symbol of French baking tradition.
Classic French onion soup with slow-cooked onions, rich broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese; long associated with Parisian bistros.
A beloved Paris bistro classic of grilled steak served with crisp fries, prized for its simplicity and quality ingredients.
Highly regarded modern Paris restaurant known for refined seasonal tasting menus and a relaxed contemporary atmosphere.
Established Alsatian-style brasserie near Bastille, admired for seafood platters, choucroute, and grand historic décor.
Famous for its set menu of steak, salad, fries, and signature sauce; busy, iconic, and distinctly Parisian.
Paris is pricey for hotels and dining. Bakeries and set lunches help keep daily costs lower than in some major capitals.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes is enough; round up taxis.
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Paris Quai De Bercy Bercy Seine, Paris -> Chatelet Les Halles, Paris
From Rennes to the city of love. The Rennes - Paris bus connection is much more than just a transport between two cities. On the way the travellers see a lot of the beautiful nature of Northern France. The distance is around 350 kilometres and can often be covered by buses in just under 4 hours. This means that a bus trip between the two cities is often faster than a flight, for which the arrival and departure from the respective airport as well as the waiting times have to be taken into account.
The Buses Rennes to Paris are offered by Ouibus, Eurolines.eu and Flixbus. There are also regular trips with BlaBlaCar, where private drivers sell seats in their cars to other travellers.
The fastest way to get to Paris is by car with BlaBlaCar (3:30 hours driving time). These are not available every day, and the duration of the trip depends on the driving style of the driver and of course on the traffic. The connections for the Rennes - Paris bus take at least 4 hours. Ouibus and Flixbus operate several direct journeys between the cities every day. The maximum travel time for this connection is 5:30 hours.
As a rule there are at least 10 buses a day from Rennes to Paris. The route is as popular with business travellers as it is with tourists. Flixbus operates the earliest connections and often offers a buses for this route at 1:30 in the morning. Buses Ouibus usually leave Rennes around noon. The BlaBlaCar offers are completely different depending on the date.
At which bus station does the bus start in Rennes? The buses of the German company Flixbus start in Rennes at the station Gare Routière. The station is located right in the city centre and is easy to reach from most towns in Rennes. Ouibus buses, on the other hand, depart from the bus stop on Boulevard Solférino. This is only a few hundred meters away from the station and therefore also very conveniently located.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Paris? Also in Paris the buses of the different companies arrive at different stations. Flixbus reaches the capital on the Quai de Bercy, directly on the Seine and close to the Parc de Bercy. Also the main station is not far away from there. The buses of Ouibus arrive only a short distance away at the stop Gare Routière Bercy-Seine.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rennes to Paris buses use the Rennes, Gare Routière to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair, with some services arriving at Paris, Porte Maillot. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Paris bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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