The cheapest and fastest buses from Nantes to Rennes
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Rennes will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 14 buses that leave Nantes for Rennes on Mon, Nov 10, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.



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Compare train and bus for Nantes to Rennes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 100 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Rennes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Rennes buses for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5616 | 4:20 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h45 | 6:05 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h30 | 6:20 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h30 | 7:50 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
5500 | 6:45 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h35 | 8:20 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50026 | 7:40 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h20 | 9:00 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50024 | 4:35 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h30 | 6:05 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h35 | 6:35 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
72403 | 5:10 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h40 | 6:50 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h40 | 9:15 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
51027 | 10:05 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h30 | 11:35 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
80087 | 10:40 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h25 | 12:05 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Rennes
Buses from Nantes to Rennes run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 100 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar from Nantes to RennesYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Rennes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nantes to Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Rennes by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nantes, Route de Paris, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rennes, Gare Routière, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nantes to Rennes
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, C2, 11, 12 Metro: A Train: TER, TGV
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