The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Rennes
Cheapest price
$226
Average price
$253
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
768 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Rennes will cost around $253 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $226.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Rennes on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 768 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 7 h 35 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 bus, train, and flight for Zurich to Rennes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €234.
Distance: 477 miles (768 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€185 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €325 Average price |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 14h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Rennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Rennes trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9206+ 8013 | On time 5:59 AM Zurich HB | 7h26 | 1:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
9218+ 8629 | On time 10:34 AM Zurich HB | 6h51 | 5:25 PM Rennes station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Zurich to Rennes trains with Omio?
SNCF | TGV Lyria as well as TGV INOUI offer trains services from Zurich to Rennes. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Rennes.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV Lyria, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Rennes.
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- Multiple travel company options: While SNCF | TGV Lyria tickets can be bought on SNCF | TGV Lyria's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of TGV INOUI to help you choose the right option for your journey from Zurich to Rennes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Rennes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Rennes
Trains from Zurich to Rennes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€80) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 477 miles (768 km) distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 477 miles (768 km) |
Average train duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€80) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Zurich to Rennes trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Rennes from $45 (€36). 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 Zurich to Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Rennes 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 Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Rennes
- 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
- 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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