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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
$16
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1h 15m
Average duration
2h 15m
Trains per day
52
Distance
58 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m 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 Nantes Atlantique Airport to Rennes:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Rennes costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 19m by train vs 1h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TER.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nantes Atlantique Airport to Rennes trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
857700 | 5:44 AM Nantes station | 2h16 | 8:00 AM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858203+ 856608 | 6:14 AM Nantes station | 1h42 | 7:56 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859100 · 858308 | 6:29 AM Bouaye station | 1h52 | 8:21 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
857702 | 6:44 AM Nantes station | 2h28 | 9:12 AM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858453 · 858205+ 856610 | 6:52 AM Chantenay Station | 2h04 | 8:56 AM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858308 | 7:05 AM Nantes station | 1h16 | 8:21 AM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858205+ 856610 | 7:14 AM Nantes station | 1h42 | 8:56 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859102+ 5482 · 5380 | 7:30 AM Bouaye station | 3h00 | 10:30 AM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858404+ 5482 · 5380 | 7:34 AM Chantenay Station | 2h56 | 10:30 AM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
5482 · 5380 | 8:02 AM Nantes station | 2h28 | 10:30 AM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
8808+ 857406+ 5210 | 8:07 AM Nantes station | 3h10 | 11:17 AM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858406 · 857708 | 8:34 AM Chantenay Station | 3h27 | 12:01 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859256 · 857708 | 9:04 AM Bouaye station | 2h57 | 12:01 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858408 · 858263+ 856132 | 9:34 AM Chantenay Station | 3h42 | 1:16 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
857708 | 9:44 AM Nantes station | 2h17 | 12:01 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
859108 · 858263+ 856132 | 10:31 AM Bouaye station | 2h45 | 1:16 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858263+ 856132 | 11:18 AM Nantes station | 1h58 | 1:16 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859110 · 858350 | 11:33 AM Bouaye station | 1h48 | 1:21 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858400 · 858350 | 11:34 AM Chantenay Station | 1h47 | 1:21 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
857712 | 11:43 AM Nantes station | 2h18 | 2:01 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858350 | 12:05 PM Nantes station | 1h16 | 1:21 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858415 · 858217+ 856146 | 12:26 PM Chantenay Station | 2h39 | 3:05 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
859262 · 858217+ 856146 | 12:29 PM Bouaye station | 2h36 | 3:05 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858257+ 856620 | 12:59 PM Nantes station | 1h26 | 2:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858217+ 856146 | 1:14 PM Nantes station | 1h51 | 3:05 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859114 · 858356 | 1:30 PM Bouaye station | 1h50 | 3:20 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858416 · 858356 | 1:34 PM Chantenay Station | 1h46 | 3:20 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
857716 | 1:44 PM Nantes station | 2h17 | 4:01 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858356 | 2:05 PM Nantes station | 1h15 | 3:20 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
859216 · 858374 | 2:29 PM Bouaye station | 2h52 | 5:21 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
857720 | 3:44 PM Nantes station | 2h17 | 6:01 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858374 | 4:05 PM Nantes station | 1h16 | 5:21 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858219+ 856148 | 4:14 PM Nantes station | 1h59 | 6:13 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858423 · 858225+ 856162 | 4:26 PM Chantenay Station | 2h51 | 7:17 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
859170 · 858382 | 4:33 PM Bouaye station | 1h48 | 6:21 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859222 · 858386 | 5:03 PM Bouaye station | 2h18 | 7:21 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858382 | 5:05 PM Nantes station | 1h16 | 6:21 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858225+ 856162 | 5:14 PM Nantes station | 2h03 | 7:17 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858424 · 858386 | 5:34 PM Chantenay Station | 1h47 | 7:21 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
857724 | 5:44 PM Nantes station | 2h21 | 8:05 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858386 | 6:02 PM Nantes station | 1h19 | 7:21 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858900 · 858392 | 6:34 PM Chantenay Station | 1h51 | 8:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859174 · 858229+ 856660 | 6:38 PM Bouaye station | 2h19 | 8:57 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
859174 · 857728 | 6:38 PM Bouaye station | 3h23 | 10:01 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858901 · 858229+ 856660 | 6:48 PM Chantenay Station | 2h09 | 8:57 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858392 | 7:05 PM Nantes station | 1h20 | 8:25 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858476 · 857728 | 7:07 PM Chantenay Station | 2h54 | 10:01 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
858229+ 856660 | 7:14 PM Nantes station | 1h43 | 8:57 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
859188+ 8932 · 8063 | 7:34 PM Bouaye station | 3h35 | 11:09 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
858428+ 8932 · 8063 | 7:36 PM Chantenay Station | 3h33 | 11:09 PM Rennes station | 2 transfers | |
857728 | 7:44 PM Nantes station | 2h17 | 10:01 PM Rennes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8932 · 8063 | 8:09 PM Nantes station | 3h00 | 11:09 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nantes Atlantique Airport to Rennes run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:20, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 11:20 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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.
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 Nantes Atlantique Airport 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 Nantes Atlantique Airport to Rennes trains use the Gare de Nantes to Rennes station pair, with some services arriving at Pontchaillou. Use this guide to compare Nantes Atlantique Airport and Rennes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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