What is the cheapest way to get from Rennes to Contres?

The cheapest way to get from Rennes to Contres is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rennes to Contres?

The fastest way to get from Rennes to Contres is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rennes and Contres?

No, there is no direct bus from Rennes to Contres. However, there are services departing from Rennes and arriving at Contres - Rue PH Mauger via Tours and SNCF - Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Rennes to Contres?

The distance between Rennes and Contres is 345 km. The road distance is 285.1 km.

How do I travel from Rennes to Contres without a car?

The best way to get from Rennes to Contres without a car is to train and line 53 bus which takes 6h 14m and costs €50 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Rennes to Contres?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Rennes to Contres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Contres bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rennes to Contres?

The best way to get from Rennes to Contres is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €50 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Rennes to Contres bus arrive?

Rennes to Contres bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Tours station.

Can I drive from Rennes to Contres?

Yes, the driving distance between Rennes to Contres is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Rennes to Contres.

Where can I stay near Contres?

There are 1680+ hotels available in Contres.

Rennes to Contres - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rennes to Contres by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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

Train, line 53 bus
best
1. Take the train from Rennes to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Tourstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Tours to Bloistrain Ter
4. Take the bus from SNCF - Gare routière to Contres - Rue PH Maugerbus 53 / ...
6h 14m
€54–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rennes to Toursbus 1923
2. Take the bus from Tours to Bloisbus 735 / ...
8h 13m
€31–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Tours to Bloistrain Ter
6h 51m
€38–50
Drive 285.1 km
1. Drive from Rennes to Contrescar 285.1 km
3h 19m
€43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Rennes to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Tourstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Tours to St Aignan Noyerstrain Ter
6h 27m
€52–175

Rennes to Contres by train and bus

37Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 345.3 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Rennes, France and Contres, France?

You can take a train from Rennes to Contres - Rue PH Mauger via Le Mans, Tours, St Aignan Noyers, and Gare SNCF in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rennes to Contres - Rue PH Mauger via Tours and SNCF - Gare routière in around 8h 13m.

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