- Must visit
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot
The world’s first publicly accessible art-storage depot, letting visitors see thousands of works behind the scenes in a striking mirrored building.
Cheapest price
$190
Average price
$230
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
610 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Rotterdam will cost around $230 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $190.
Of the 6 trains that leave Rennes for Rotterdam on Sun, Jun 21, 6 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 610 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 17 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Rotterdam 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $128.
Distance: 379 miles (610 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$225 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $302 Average price | $234 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Rotterdam:
A bus is $159 (€130) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Rotterdam costing on average $225 (€184).
A bus is $236 (€194) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Rotterdam costing on average $302 (€247).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 25m.
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
The journey is about 3h 4m faster (5h 25m by train vs 8h 29m by car) and roughly $9 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($225 (€184) vs $234 (€191)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Rotterdam 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8082+ 9363 | 6:48 AM Rennes station | 12h46 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8082+ 9463 | 6:48 AM Rennes station | 12h46 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8082+ 9351 | 6:48 AM Rennes station | 10h46 | 5:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8702+ 9463 | 7:35 AM Rennes station | 11h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8702+ 9363 | 7:35 AM Rennes station | 11h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8602+ 9363 | 7:35 AM Rennes station | 11h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8606+ 9463 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 9h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8606+ 9363 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 9h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8706+ 9363 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 9h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8610+ 9363 | 11:35 AM Rennes station | 7h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8710+ 9363 | 11:35 AM Rennes station | 7h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8710+ 9381 | 11:35 AM Rennes station | 10h59 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8090+ 9381 | 12:27 PM Rennes station | 10h07 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8090+ 9463 | 12:27 PM Rennes station | 7h07 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8090+ 9363 | 12:27 PM Rennes station | 7h07 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
12210+ 9363 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 5h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8720+ 9363 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 5h59 | 7:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
12210+ 9381 | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 8h59 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8722+ 9381 | 3:35 PM Rennes station | 6h59 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8626+ 9381 | 4:07 PM Rennes station | 6h27 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8630+ 9381 | 4:35 PM Rennes station | 5h59 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
8086+ 9381 | 4:35 PM Rennes station | 5h59 | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rennes to Rotterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $132 (€108) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 17:58. The fastest train covers the 379 miles (610 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 379 miles (610 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 (€108) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 1:10 AM |
Last train 5:58 PM |
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The world’s first publicly accessible art-storage depot, letting visitors see thousands of works behind the scenes in a striking mirrored building.
Major exhibition hall known for changing shows on art, design, photography, and culture, making it one of Rotterdam’s most consistently rewarding museum visits.
A leading museum on Dutch maritime history with interactive exhibits, historic vessels, and strong links to Rotterdam’s port identity.
A dramatic market hall and architectural showpiece, hugely popular for its giant ceiling artwork and central location near the Cube Houses.
Historic harbor district with canals, old buildings, and a rare prewar atmosphere that contrasts strongly with modern Rotterdam.
Modern waterfront district of striking skyscrapers, bridges, and river views, ideal for architecture fans and photo walks.
A Rotterdam invention of fries topped with döner or shawarma, melted cheese, salad, and garlic sauce. It is one of the city’s most iconic late-night comfort foods.
Battered and fried white fish pieces, usually served with a creamy garlic or remoulade-style sauce. A classic Dutch seafood snack popular in Rotterdam markets.
Raw cured herring, often served with chopped onion and pickles. This traditional Dutch street food is widely eaten across the Netherlands, including Rotterdam.
Refined fine-dining restaurant known for creative modern cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A famous Rotterdam institution in the former Holland America Line headquarters, popular for seafood, Dutch classics, and historic waterfront ambiance.
Well-known waterfront food hall featuring local producers, bakery items, beer, cheese, and casual bites in an industrial setting.
Prices are high by Dutch standards for hotels and dining, though transit and casual food stay manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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