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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$189
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
550 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Saint-Étienne will cost around $189 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Saint-Étienne without transferring at least once.
5338+
8867525:30 PM5h40Rennes station11:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$871One-way1 transfer- 5336+88673412:31 PM5h09Rennes station5:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1381One-way1 transfer
- 12210 · 66871:35 PM6h13Rennes station7:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1481One-way1 transfer
- 12210 · 6123+8867421:35 PM6h05Rennes station7:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1861One-way2 transfers
- 8630 · 66894:35 PM5h13Rennes station9:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2181One-way1 transfer
- 5336+88673412:31 PM5h09Rennes station5:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1381One-way1 transfer
- 8630 · 66894:35 PM5h13Rennes station9:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2181One-way1 transfer
- 5338+8867525:30 PM5h40Rennes station11:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$871One-way1 transfer
- 12210 · 6123+8867421:35 PM6h05Rennes station7:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1861One-way2 transfers
- 8606 · 6177+8867289:35 AM6h05Rennes station3:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2811One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rennes to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 341 miles (550 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$120 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $215 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Saint-Étienne:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Saint-Étienne costing on average $120 (€98).
A bus is $152 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Saint-Étienne costing on average $232 (€190).
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 48m.
Bus takes on average 11h 4m.
The journey is about 2h 1m faster (4h 52m by train vs 6h 53m by car) and roughly $95 (€78) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($120 (€98) vs $215 (€176)). 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.
Live departures
Rennes to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:30 PM Rennes | 6h00 | 9:30 PM Saint-Étienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 8606 · 6177+886728 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 6h05 | 3:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
| 8606 · 6685 | 9:35 AM Rennes station | 6h13 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Rennes to Saint-Étienne
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Trains from Rennes to Saint-Étienne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (550 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 341 miles (550 km) |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 6:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Saint-Étienne from $53 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Rennes to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Saint-Étienne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Friday
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Saturday
- 5:15 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Esplanade de France
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Loco
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and TGV trains
- Hall 2: access to tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalMost popular train connections from Rennes
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