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Trip Overview

The average train between Rennes and Essen takes 6h 39m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Rennes to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 39m
Duration
971 km
Distance
€378
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Rennes to Essen train times

Trains run twice daily between Rennes and Essen. The earliest departure is at 1:35 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Rennes is at 3:35 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 and take an average of 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rennes to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 971.4 km
  • Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Rennes, France and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Rennes to Essen Hbf via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare du Nord, and Paris Nord in around 7h 20m.

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