- 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
$139
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
585 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nancy to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nancy to Rennes will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
It's difficult to get from Nancy to Rennes without transferring at least once.
2544 · 8063
12140 · 8629
2536 · 12219
2536 · 12219
12140 · 8629
2544 · 8063Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nancy to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 363 miles (585 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$142 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Nancy to Rennes:
A bus is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nancy to Rennes costing on average $142 (€117).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 52m.
The journey is about 3h 46m faster (3h 15m by train vs 7h 1m by car) and roughly $59 (€48) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($142 (€117) vs $202 (€165)). 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.
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 Nancy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12142 · 12229 | On time 7:43 PM Nancy Ville | 4h42 | 12:25 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
2552 · 12229 | On time 7:43 PM Nancy Ville | 4h42 | 12:25 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
2536 · 12219 | 10:11 AM Nancy Ville | 4h14 | 2:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
12140 · 8629 | 2:10 PM Nancy Ville | 4h15 | 6:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
2544 · 8063 | 5:18 PM Nancy Ville | 5h51 | 11:09 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nancy to Rennes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 363 miles (585 km) distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 363 miles (585 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 9:17 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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