- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
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Cheapest price
$214
Average price
$214
Fastest journey
12h 25m
Average duration
12h 25m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 475 miles (765 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $106 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $294 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 10m Average total duration 15h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Rennes:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Rennes costing on average $106 (€87).
A bus is $95 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Rennes costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 36m.
Bus takes on average 15h 40m.
The journey is about 2h 23m faster (7h 36m by train vs 9h 59m by car) and roughly $124 (€102) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($170 (€140) vs $294 (€241)). 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 Marseille to Rennes trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5772+ 8711 | Delayed 7:36 PM 9:31 PMMarseille-Blancarde | 12h25 | 9:56 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
6102 · 8691 | 5:18 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h07 | 11:25 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
6136 · 12215 | 6:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h22 | 12:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
12183 · 5354 · 5470 | 8:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h35 | 2:47 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
6112 · 8087 | 9:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h22 | 3:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
5386 | 2:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h55 | 8:31 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6176 · 8739 | 2:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h39 | 8:26 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Marseille to Rennes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€64) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 475 miles (765 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 475 miles (765 km) |
Average train duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€64) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Rennes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rennes trip today.
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Science museum known for Brittany collections, natural history, and the famous Crocodile and sundial. Great for families and curious visitors.
Interactive space inside Les Champs Libres covering science, society, and local heritage through changing displays and educational exhibits.
Rennes' best-known park with French gardens, aviary, rose beds, and shaded walks. Ideal for a relaxing break near the center.
Main square of the historic center, lined with half-timbered houses and lively terraces. A perfect starting point for exploring old Rennes.
Elegant royal square with a statue of Louis XIV and harmonious classical façades. One of Rennes' defining urban spaces.
A Breton buckwheat savoury crêpe, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or local sausage. It is a staple of Rennes crêperies and everyday Breton food culture.
A thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. It is one of Brittany’s best-known sweet traditions and widely enjoyed in Rennes.
A rustic Breton pork sausage, often grilled and served in bread or with galettes. It is closely tied to Rennes market culture, especially around Place des Lices.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with Breton products, served in an elegant fine dining setting with strong local reputation.
Established Rennes crêperie known for refined Breton galettes and quality cider in a polished but welcoming setting near the historic centre.
Well-known casual crêperie serving traditional galettes, sweet crêpes and Breton cider in a friendly setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many central sights are low cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis may be rounded up.
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Rennes Station -> Sainte-Anne, Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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 Marseille to Rennes trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Rennes station pair, with some services arriving at Pontchaillou. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
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Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
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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