The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Valenciennes
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Valenciennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Valenciennes will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rennes for Valenciennes on Fri, Feb 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 453 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rennes to Valenciennes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €118.
Distance: 281 miles (453 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest | €303 Average price |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 10m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rennes to Valenciennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Valenciennes trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:24 AM Rennes | 5h31 | 11:55 AM Valenciennes | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Rennes | 4h40 | 4:40 PM Valenciennes | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Valenciennes
Trains from Rennes to Valenciennes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€66) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 281 miles (453 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 281 miles (453 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€66) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 20:16 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV from Rennes to Valenciennes trainsTGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Rennes and Valenciennes from $41 (€33). 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 Valenciennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Valenciennes 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 Valenciennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Valenciennes
- 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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