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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum in a former cardinal's palace, known for its collection of Italian primitives and medieval sculpture near the Palais des Papes.
Cheapest price
$180
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
681 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Avignon will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $180.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Avignon without transferring at least once.
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8710 · 6115Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 423 miles (681 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $286 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 24m Average total duration 13h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Avignon:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Avignon costing on average $99 (€80).
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Avignon costing on average $147 (€119).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 29m.
Bus takes on average 13h 54m.
The journey is about 3h 37m faster (5h 29m by train vs 9h 6m by car) and roughly $139 (€113) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($147 (€119) vs $286 (€232)). 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.
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 Rennes to Avignon trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8704 · 6165 | On time 8:35 AM Rennes station | 5h26 | 2:01 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8704 · 6165+ 879348 | On time 8:35 AM Rennes station | 5h42 | 2:17 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
8606 · 6193 | On time 9:35 AM Rennes station | 6h21 | 3:56 PM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
8606 · 6193+ 879642 | On time 9:35 AM Rennes station | 6h43 | 4:18 PM Avignon TGV | 2 transfers | |
8610 · 6115 | On time 11:35 AM Rennes station | 5h45 | 5:20 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8610 · 6115+ 879366 | On time 11:35 AM Rennes station | 6h13 | 5:48 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
5336+ 17705 | 12:31 PM Rennes station | 7h17 | 7:48 PM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
5336 · 9830 | 12:31 PM Rennes station | 5h39 | 6:10 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
5336 · 9830+ 879370 | 12:31 PM Rennes station | 6h17 | 6:48 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
8720 · 6195 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 7h24 | 8:59 PM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
8720 · 6121 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 5h51 | 7:26 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8084 · 6121 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 5h51 | 7:26 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8084 · 6195 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 7h24 | 8:59 PM Avignon Centre | 1 transfer | |
8720 · 6121+ 879376 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 6h09 | 7:44 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
8084 · 6121+ 879376 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 6h09 | 7:44 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
8622 · 6127 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 5h47 | 9:22 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8722 · 6127 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 5h47 | 9:22 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8622 · 6127+ 879386 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 6h13 | 9:48 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
8722 · 6127+ 879386 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 6h13 | 9:48 PM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
8634 · 6129 | 5:35 PM Rennes station | 5h12 | 10:47 PM Avignon TGV | 1 transfer | |
8088+ 5781+ 879504 | On time 6:35 PM Rennes station | 14h32 | 9:07 AM Avignon Centre | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Rennes to Avignon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 423 miles (681 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 423 miles (681 km) |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Art museum in a former cardinal's palace, known for its collection of Italian primitives and medieval sculpture near the Palais des Papes.
The city's main fine arts and archaeology museum, with paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and antiquities in an elegant 18th-century mansion.
Major contemporary art museum featuring rotating exhibitions and works from the Lambert collection in restored historic buildings.
Grand square in front of the Palais des Papes, ideal for taking in the monumental setting and street life.
Shaded hilltop gardens with scenic overlooks, ponds, and one of the best walking spots inside central Avignon.
One of Avignon's most atmospheric streets, lined with old water wheels, stone buildings, and a lively creative vibe.
A traditional Provençal beef stew slowly braised in red wine, herbs, garlic, and olives. It is a classic around Avignon and showcases the robust flavors of inland Provence.
A famous Provençal vegetable stew of eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, onions, and olive oil. It is closely associated with the region and is a staple of summer cooking.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, often with herbs and olive oil. In Avignon and wider Provence, it is prized for simple, rustic Mediterranean flavors.
A well-known contemporary French restaurant appreciated for creative tasting menus, careful presentation, and a calm intimate dining room.
A respected Avignon restaurant offering modern French cooking with regional ingredients in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
A long-established favorite in Avignon serving refined French and Provençal dishes in a warm, classic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Prices are moderate for France. Cafes and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and festival periods cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes is appreciated; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares.
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