- 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
$251
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes will cost around $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $251.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bourg-Saint-Maurice for Rennes on Thu, Jun 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 699 km distance in an average of 8 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 56 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 8 h 56 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $67.
Distance: 434 miles (699 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$200 Average price | $95 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price | $277 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes:
A bus is $105 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes costing on average $200 (€163).
A bus is $161 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes costing on average $256 (€209).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 33m.
Bus takes on average 14h 10m.
The journey is about 1h 13m faster (7h 20m by train vs 8h 33m by car) and roughly $77 (€63) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($200 (€163) vs $277 (€226)). 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.
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 Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:13 PM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 8h56 | 10:09 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€102) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (699 km) distance in 7h 33m.
Distance 434 miles (699 km) |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€102) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes trains use the Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Rennes station pair, with some services arriving at Pontchaillou. Use this guide to compare Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bourg-Saint-Maurice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chez Léontine, Le Refuge Altitude 810
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bourg-Saint-Maurice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bourg-Saint-Maurice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourg-Saint-Maurice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bourg-Saint-Maurice: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourg-Saint-Maurice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Arolla, Hotel Autantic, Base Camp Lodge.
Rennes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontchaillou has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pontchaillou.
ATMs are available at Pontchaillou.
Available at Pontchaillou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pontchaillou: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontchaillou.
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