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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Zurich
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$248
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
768 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Zurich will cost around $248 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Zurich without transferring at least once.
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92233:35 PM7h25Rennes station11:00 PMZurich HB$1811One-way1 transfer- 12210+92191:35 PM6h51Rennes station8:26 PMZurich HB$2461One-way1 transfer
- 8706+92139:35 AM6h51Rennes station4:26 PMZurich HB$3181One-way1 transfer
- 12210+92191:35 PM6h51Rennes station8:26 PMZurich HB$2461One-way1 transfer
- 8706+92139:35 AM6h51Rennes station4:26 PMZurich HB$3181One-way1 transfer
- 8722+92233:35 PM7h25Rennes station11:00 PMZurich HB$1811One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rennes to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 477 miles (768 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$258 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $289 Average price | $358 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 30m Average total duration 17h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Zurich:
A bus is $171 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Zurich costing on average $258 (€206).
A bus is $201 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Zurich costing on average $289 (€230).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 17h 0m.
The journey is about 3h 50m faster (5h 42m by train vs 9h 32m by car) and roughly $99 (€79) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($258 (€206) vs $357 (€285)). 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 Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Zurich trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:35 AM Rennes | 6h51 | 6:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:35 PM Rennes | 6h51 | 7:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 6:35 AM Rennes | 6h51 | 1:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 AM Rennes | 6h51 | 3:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:35 AM Rennes | 6h51 | 4:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Zurich
France
Switzerland
Trains from Rennes to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€63) but you can travel from only $47 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 477 miles (768 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 477 miles (768 km) |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€63) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 6:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Rennes to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Zurich from $47 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Rennes to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rennes to Zurich
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 RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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