What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Rennes?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Rennes is to rideshare which costs €14 - €16 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Rennes?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Rennes is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Rennes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Rennes. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Rennes?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Rennes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Rennes via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Rennes?

The distance between La Rochelle and Rennes is 248 km. The road distance is 241.9 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Rennes without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Rennes without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €13 - €60.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Rennes?

The bus from La Rochelle to Rennes takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Rennes bus from?

La Rochelle to Rennes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Rennes train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Rennes?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Rennes is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €13 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €95 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Rennes bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Rennes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rennes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Rennes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Rennes?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Rennes is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from La Rochelle to Rennes.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Rennes?

Book your La Rochelle to Rennes train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Rennes?

Book your La Rochelle to Rennes bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rennes?

There are 950+ hotels available in Rennes.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Rennes?

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

La Rochelle to Rennes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Rennes by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, or car

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 La Rochelle to RennesFlixBus N1136 / ...
3h 35m
€13–60
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to RennesTer / ...
4h 3m
€34–90
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Rennes243.5 km
3h 26m
€14–16
Drive 241.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Rennes241.9 km
2h 50m
€37–54

La Rochelle to Rennes by bus

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Rennes.

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Distance: 247.8 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Rennes, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Rennes once daily. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 3h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Rennes via Nantes in around 4h 3m.

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