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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Cologne
Cheapest price
$296
Average price
$296
Fastest journey
7 h 4 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Cologne will cost around $296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $296.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Cologne without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rennes to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €181.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€220 Average price | €65 Average price Cheapest |
6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rennes to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Cologne trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:24 AM Rennes | 7h05 | 1:29 PM Cologne | 1 transfer | |
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rennes to Cologne.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Cologne
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Trains from Rennes to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $226 (€181) but you can travel from only $47 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 7h 1m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $226 (€181) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 1m |
First train 01:10 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: TGV, TGV INOUI from Rennes to Cologne trainsTGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Cologne from $47 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rennes to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Cologne
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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