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

The cheapest way to get from Rennes to Coutances is to drive which costs €19 - €28 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rennes to Coutances is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Rennes and Coutances?

No, there is no direct bus from Rennes to Coutances. However, there are services departing from Rennes and arriving at Gare Sncf via Gare Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Rennes and Coutances?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontchaillou and arriving at Coutances. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Rennes to Coutances?

The distance between Rennes and Coutances is 169 km. The road distance is 126.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rennes to Coutances without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €65.

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

The train from Pontchaillou to Coutances takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Coutances bus from?

Rennes to Coutances bus services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), depart from Rennes station.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Coutances train from?

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

Train or bus from Rennes to Coutances?

The best way to get from Rennes to Coutances is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs €28 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Rennes to Coutances bus arrive?

Rennes to Coutances bus services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Granville station.

Where does the Rennes to Coutances train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rennes to Coutances?

Yes, the driving distance between Rennes to Coutances is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Rennes to Coutances.

How do I get a train ticket from Rennes to Coutances?

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Where can I stay near Coutances?

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Rennes to Coutances - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rennes to Coutances by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontchaillou to Coutancestrain Ter
2h 5m
€28–65
Drive 126.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rennes to Coutancescar 126.1 km
1h 37m
€19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rennes to Granvillebus K12
2. Take the bus from Gare Sncf to Gare Sncfbus 305 / ...
3h 32m
€25–35

Rennes to Coutances by train

26Weekly Trains

2h 5mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Pontchaillou to Coutances twice daily. Tickets cost €28–65 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rennes to Gare Sncf via Gare Sncf in around 3h 32m.

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