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Musée Pyrénéen de Lourdes
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Cheapest price
€100
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
14 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Lourdes will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €100.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Lourdes without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €77.
Distance: 354 miles (571 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €155 Average price | €174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Lourdes:
A bus is €89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Lourdes costing on average €155.
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 2m.
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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 | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €95 |
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Lourdes buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 14h50 | 7:20 AM Lourdes, Gare SNCF | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rennes to Lourdes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 354 miles (571 km) distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 354 miles (571 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 8:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Lourdes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lourdes trip today.
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Wax museum with life-size scenes from Bernadette’s story and the life of Christ. Popular with pilgrims seeking an easy visual introduction.
Museum retracing Bernadette’s life, the apparitions, and Lourdes in the 19th century. Helpful for visitors wanting historical context before the sanctuary.
Main processional esplanade in front of the basilicas. A grand pedestrian area that captures the scale and atmosphere of Lourdes pilgrimage.
Green riverside route running through Lourdes, ideal for a peaceful walk away from the busiest pilgrimage streets and traffic.
Historic market square and local gathering place in the old town. Worth visiting for its everyday atmosphere and central location.
A hearty Pyrenean stew of white beans, confit duck, pork and sausage. It is a regional classic that reflects southwest France’s rustic mountain cooking.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, prized across Gascony and the Hautes-Pyrénées for its rich flavor and traditional preservation method.
A thick cabbage-based soup with beans, potatoes and often duck confit or ham. It is a comforting Bigorre and Pyrenean staple in colder months.
Traditional French restaurant known for southwest regional dishes and a warm, classic setting near the sanctuary area.
Established hotel restaurant offering refined regional cuisine and attentive service in an elegant dining room.
Well-regarded casual French restaurant serving regional specialties, grills and generous plates in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: pilgrim demand can raise hotel prices in peak season, but dining is fairly reasonable and Lourdes is walkable, keeping local transport costs low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
Official public transport app
Gare SNCF Lourdes -> Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Lourdes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Lourdes 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 Lourdes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rennes to Lourdes buses use the Rennes, Gare Routière to Lourdes, Gare SNCF station pair. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Lourdes 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.
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