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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Alençon
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Alençon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Alençon will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rennes for Alençon on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
12:48 PM2h42Rennes3:30 PMAlençon$361One-way0 transfers- 11:31 AM2h16Rennes1:47 PMAlençon$511One-way0 transfers
- 11:31 AM2h16Rennes1:47 PMAlençon$511One-way0 transfers
- 12:48 PM2h42Rennes3:30 PMAlençon$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Rennes to Alençon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Alençon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a bus costs an average of $60.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m 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 Rennes to Alençon:
A train is $27 (€22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rennes to Alençon costing on average $69 (€56).
Other travel options to Alençon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
The journey is about 19m faster (1h 47m by train vs 2h 6m by car) and roughly $8 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€35) vs $50 (€41)). 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.
Live departures
Rennes to Alençon train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Alençon trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Rennes | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Alençon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:48 PM Rennes | 3h49 | 4:37 PM Alençon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:55 PM Rennes | 2h16 | 5:11 PM Alençon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:03 PM Rennes | 2h17 | 5:20 PM Alençon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Alençon
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Trains from Rennes to Alençon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Alençon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Alençon from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Rennes to Alençon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Alençon 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 Alençon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Alençon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Rue de la Gare
- Le Bistrot des Halles
- Restaurant Campanile Alençon
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.50
- Hotel Campanile Alençon
- Hôtel des Ducs
- Hôtel Le Hussard
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi: Nearby taxi services
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