- 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
$143
Average price
$222
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
681 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Rennes will cost around $222 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 24 trains that leave Avignon for Rennes on Mon, Jun 22, 1 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 trains cover the 681 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 40 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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6196 · 8739
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9583 · 6612 · 8619Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 423 miles (681 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$161 Average price | $90 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $272 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.1kg 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 Avignon to Rennes:
A flight is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Avignon to Rennes costing on average $90 (€73).
A flight is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Rennes costing on average $161 (€132).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 4m.
Bus takes on average 12h 57m.
The journey is about 4h 3m faster (5h 4m by train vs 9h 7m by car) and roughly $111 (€91) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($161 (€132) vs $272 (€223)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Rennes trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5516 · 5382+ 879327 | Delayed 8:21 AM 9:44 AMAvignon Centre | 5h56 | 3:40 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
5516 · 5382 | On time 10:21 AM Avignon TGV | 5h19 | 3:40 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
6170 · 8639+ 879345 | 1:13 PM Avignon Centre | 6h12 | 7:25 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
86987+ 6204 · 8093 | 1:34 PM Avignon Centre | 6h36 | 8:10 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
6170 · 8639 | 1:58 PM Avignon TGV | 5h27 | 7:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
6196 · 8739 | 2:04 PM Avignon Centre | 6h23 | 8:27 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
6180 · 8657 · 8680 | 7:57 PM Avignon TGV | 10h32 | 6:29 AM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
6102 · 12209 | 5:41 AM Avignon TGV | 5h44 | 11:25 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
6194 · 12215 | 5:58 AM Avignon Centre | 6h27 | 12:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Avignon to Rennes run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 423 miles (681 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 423 miles (681 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 9:04 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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