- 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
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Granville to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granville to Rennes will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 3 trains that leave Granville for Rennes on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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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48026Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Granville to Rennes 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 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Granville to Rennes:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granville to Rennes costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 35m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.59 (€-7.04). The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Granville to Rennes trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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852810 | On time 8:00 AM Granville station | 1h33 | 9:33 AM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
852820 | 12:58 PM Granville station | 1h33 | 2:31 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
853130 · 48032 | 5:20 PM Granville station | 1h45 | 7:05 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
48022 | 7:03 PM Granville station | 1h50 | 8:53 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
852834 | 8:01 PM Granville station | 1h34 | 9:35 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Granville to Rennes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Granville 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 Granville to Rennes trains use the Granville to Rennes station pair, with some services arriving at Rennes, Beaulieu Chimie. Use this guide to compare Granville and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Granville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Parfum Poivre, La Citadelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Granville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Granville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Granville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Granville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Granville: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Granville Le Grand Large, Hôtel des Bains, Ibis Granville Port de Plaisance.
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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