The cheapest and fastest buses from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rennes for Saint-Nazaire on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.
11:50 AM4h25Rennes4:15 PMSaint-Nazaire$111One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM5h45Rennes3:15 PMSaint-Nazaire$301One-way0 transfers
11:50 AM4h25Rennes4:15 PMSaint-Nazaire$111One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM5h45Rennes3:15 PMSaint-Nazaire$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rennes to Saint-Nazaire
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m 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 Rennes to Saint-Nazaire:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Saint-Nazaire take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 46m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 39m by bus vs 1h 45m by car) and save roughly $5 (€4) compared to fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $23 (€19)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Rennes to Saint-Nazaire Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:19PM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Live departures
Rennes to Saint-Nazaire bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Saint-Nazaire buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Rennes | 5h45 | 3:15 PM Saint-Nazaire | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Rennes | 4h25 | 4:15 PM Saint-Nazaire | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire
Buses from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:15, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 49m |
First bus 10:15 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Rennes to Saint-NazaireYou can travel by bus between Rennes to Saint-Nazaire with BlaBlaCar for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rennes to Saint-Nazaire
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: C1, C2, 11, 12 Metro: A Train: TER, TGV
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