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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Roanne
Cheapest price
$265
Average price
$265
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Roanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Roanne will cost around $265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $265.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rennes for Roanne on Sun, Jun 21, 1 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 492 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 48 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.
4:35 PM5h48Rennes10:23 PMRoanne$2651One-way0 transfers
- 4:35 PM5h48Rennes10:23 PMRoanne$2651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rennes to Roanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Roanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $115. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $115, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 305 miles (492 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $222 Average price | $115 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 8m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Roanne:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Roanne costing on average $125 (€102).
A bus is $107 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Roanne costing on average $222 (€182).
Other travel options to Roanne take longer:
Flight takes on average 13h 8m.
Bus takes on average 15h 15m.
You'll arrive about 47m sooner (5h 33m by train vs 6h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $125 (€102) compared to roughly $118 (€97) 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.
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.
Live departures
Rennes to Roanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Roanne trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:35 PM Rennes | 5h48 | 10:23 PM Roanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Roanne
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Trains from Rennes to Roanne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 305 miles (492 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 5:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Roanne trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Roanne from $60 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Rennes to Roanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Roanne 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 Roanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Roanne
Most Rennes to Roanne trains use the Rennes to Roanne station pair, with some services arriving at Roanne, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Rennes and Roanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rennes station do trains to Roanne leave from?
Getting to Rennes from Rennes city centre
Rennes 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Café de Rennes, L'Embarcadère
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rennes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rennes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rennes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rennes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud, Mercure Rennes Centre Gare, Novotel Rennes Centre Gare.
Getting to Pontchaillou from Rennes city centre
Pontchaillou is 1 km from Rennes city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontchaillou train station facilities and services
Pontchaillou has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontchaillou.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pontchaillou.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontchaillou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontchaillou: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontchaillou.
Which Roanne station do trains from Rennes arrive at?
Getting to Roanne from Roanne city centre
Roanne train station facilities and services
Roanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Demain Charette, Now Why
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roanne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanne: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Roanne Centre Gare, Le Grand Hôtel, Hotel Terminus.
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