What is the cheapest way to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

The cheapest way to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen is to rideshare which costs €9 - €11 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

The fastest way to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Gare de Rennes and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rennes - Bus Station station and arriving at Caen - Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gare de Rennes and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rennes and arriving at Caen. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

The distance between Gare de Rennes and Caen is 185 km. The road distance is 181.1 km.

How do I travel from Gare de Rennes to Caen without a car?

The best way to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €12 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

The bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Caen - Bus Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Gare de Rennes to Caen bus from?

Gare de Rennes to Caen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rennes - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gare de Rennes to Caen train from?

Gare de Rennes to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Rennes station.

Train or bus from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

The best way to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €12 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €110 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Gare de Rennes to Caen bus arrive?

Gare de Rennes to Caen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Caen - Bus Station.

Where does the Gare de Rennes to Caen train arrive?

Gare de Rennes to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Caen station.

Can I drive from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gare de Rennes to Caen is 181 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Gare de Rennes to Caen.

How do I get a train ticket from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

Book your Gare de Rennes to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

Book your Gare de Rennes to Caen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Gare de Rennes to Caen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gare de Rennes and Caen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Gare de Rennes to Caen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Gare de Rennes to Caen by bus, train, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 35m
€12–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rennes to Caenrideshare 181.3 km
2h 40m
€9–11
Train
1. Take the train from Rennes to Caentrain Ter
3h 23m
€40–110
Drive 181.1 km
1. Drive from Gare de Rennes to Caencar 181.1 km
1h 50m
€29–41

Gare de Rennes to Caen by bus

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2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.2 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Gare de Rennes, France and Caen, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Caen - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €12–23 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Rennes to Caen twice daily. Tickets cost €40–110 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) also services this route twice daily.

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