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

The cheapest way to get from Rennes to Saintes is to bus and train which costs €19 - €70 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rennes to Saintes is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Rennes and Saintes?

No, there is no direct bus from Rennes to Saintes. However, there are services departing from Rennes and arriving at Saintes via La Rochelle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rennes and Saintes?

No, there is no direct train from Rennes to Saintes. However, there are services departing from Rennes and arriving at Saintes via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Rennes to Saintes?

The distance between Rennes and Saintes is 401 km. The road distance is 310.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rennes to Saintes without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Rennes to Saintes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Saintes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rennes to Saintes train from?

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

Train or bus from Rennes to Saintes?

The best way to get from Rennes to Saintes is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €70 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Rennes to Saintes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rennes to Saintes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rennes to Saintes?

Yes, the driving distance between Rennes to Saintes is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Rennes to Saintes.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rennes to Saintes?

Book your Rennes to Saintes bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Saintes?

There are 615+ hotels available in Saintes.

Rennes to Saintes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rennes to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saintestrain 591A / ...
4h 54m
€43–129
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Nantes - Haluchère-Batignollesbus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Saintestrain Ter
6h 25m
€19–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rennes to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136 / ...
2. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Saintesbus N746
5h 25m
€21–66
Drive 310.9 km
1. Drive from Rennes to Saintescar 310.9 km
3h 33m
€47–68

Rennes to Saintes by train

41Weekly Trains

4h 54mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rennes to Saintes.

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Distance: 400.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Rennes, France and Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France?

You can take a train from Rennes to Saintes via Nantes in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rennes to Saintes via La Rochelle in around 5h 25m.

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