- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 57 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Cologne will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Cologne without transferring at least once.
52019 · 52119
50053 · 50458
52197 · 50448
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain
FlixBus · FlixBus
52019 · 52119
52197 · 50448
50053 · 50458
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $133.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $229 Average price | $223 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Cologne:
A bus is $153 (€126) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Cologne costing on average $229 (€187).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 20m.
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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 01:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 09:54PM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Cologne buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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52019 · 52119 | 11:50 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 14h35 | 2:25 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
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50053 · 50458 | 1:10 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 15h40 | 4:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:40 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 19h16 | 8:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 13h30 | 11:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
52197 · 50448 | 3:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 15h10 | 6:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 16h55 | 8:30 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 15h50 | 12:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Rennes to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Cologne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne trip today.
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for its strong Picasso collection and Pop Art holdings.
Cologne’s key archaeology museum for Roman heritage, especially famous for the Dionysus mosaic and Roman artifacts from the city.
Important fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century painting, including one of Germany’s leading Impressionist collections.
Popular riverfront promenade in Deutz with one of the city’s best postcard views toward the cathedral skyline, especially at sunset.
Classic walking area with narrow lanes, traditional houses, churches, and river access, ideal for first-time visitors.
One of the Old Town’s best-known squares, surrounded by historic facades and a lively atmosphere close to major sights.
Cologne’s signature top-fermented pale beer, traditionally served in small cylindrical glasses. It is central to the city’s brewing culture and best enjoyed in a local brauhaus.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, usually served with black pudding and fried onions. The sweet-savory combination is strongly associated with Rhineland home cooking.
Despite the name, this is not chicken but a rye bread roll with aged Gouda, butter, mustard, and onions. It is a beloved Kölsch beer snack in traditional Cologne pubs.
An established fine-dining restaurant in central Cologne offering refined modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant hotel dining room.
A well-known casual restaurant loved for schnitzel and hearty German comfort food. It has a relaxed, local feel and a strong reputation among visitors and residents.
One of Cologne’s most famous brauhäuser near the cathedral, known for Kölsch and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Add EUR 1-2 for taxis, and round up in cafés if table service is provided.
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