The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Pontchateau
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Pontchateau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Pontchateau will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Pontchateau without transferring at least once.
6:05 AM1h07Rennes7:12 AMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
6:21 AM1h21Rennes7:42 AMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
7:04 AM1h06Rennes8:10 AMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
7:39 AM1h32Rennes9:11 AMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
12:39 PM1h34Rennes2:13 PMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
7:39 PM1h05Rennes8:44 PMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
7:04 AM1h06Rennes8:10 AMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
4:05 PM1h06Rennes5:11 PMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
5:05 PM1h06Rennes6:11 PMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
6:05 AM1h07Rennes7:12 AMPontchateau$371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rennes to Pontchateau
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Pontchateau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Pontchateau:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rennes to Pontchateau costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Pontchateau take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 38m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.35 (€-4.33). The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rennes to Pontchateau train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Pontchateau trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Rennes | 1h07 | 7:12 AM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:21 AM Rennes | 1h21 | 7:42 AM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Rennes | 1h06 | 8:10 AM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:39 AM Rennes | 1h32 | 9:11 AM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:39 PM Rennes | 1h34 | 2:13 PM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:05 PM Rennes | 1h06 | 5:11 PM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Rennes | 1h06 | 6:11 PM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:39 PM Rennes | 1h32 | 7:11 PM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:39 PM Rennes | 1h32 | 8:11 PM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:39 PM Rennes | 1h05 | 8:44 PM Pontchateau | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rennes to Pontchateau by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Pontchateau
Trains from Rennes to Pontchateau run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 6:46 AM |
Last train 8:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Rennes to Pontchateau trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Pontchateau from $24 (€19). 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 Pontchateau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Pontchateau 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 Pontchateau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Pontchateau
- 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
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