The cheapest and fastest buses from Nantes to Rennes
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
22
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 €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 22 buses that leave Nantes for Rennes on Sun, May 10, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
500245:35 AM1h40Nantes7:15 AMRennes, Gare Routière€41One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM1h00Nantes3:00 PMRennes€51One-way0 transfers
9:10 PM1h00Nantes10:10 PMRennes€51One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM1h10Nantes6:40 PMRennes€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15 AM1h45Nantes2:00 AMRennes, Gare Routière€51One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM1h00Nantes3:00 PMRennes€51One-way0 transfers
9:10 PM1h00Nantes10:10 PMRennes€51One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM1h00Nantes12:00 PMRennes€61One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM1h10Nantes6:40 PMRennes€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:05 AM1h30Nantes8:35 AMRennes, Gare Routière€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 35m. 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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€5 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m 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, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5616 | 5:20 PM Nantes | 1h55 | 7:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Nantes | 1h35 | 7:20 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Nantes | 1h30 | 8:45 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
5500 | 7:45 PM Nantes | 1h35 | 9:20 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Nantes | 1h35 | 10:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50026 | 8:40 PM Nantes | 1h30 | 10:10 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:15 AM Nantes | 1h45 | 2:00 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50024 | 5:35 AM Nantes | 1h40 | 7:15 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:35 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 1h40 | 7:15 AM Rennes, Boulevard Solférino | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Nantes | 1h35 | 7:35 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
72403 | 6:05 AM Nantes | 1h40 | 7:45 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM Nantes | 1h30 | 8:35 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 AM Nantes | 1h30 | 9:25 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Nantes | 1h45 | 10:15 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
51027 | 11:05 AM Nantes | 1h40 | 12:45 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
80087 | 11:40 AM Nantes | 1h40 | 1:20 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Nantes | 1h35 | 3:30 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 15 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 100 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Alsa, SNCF Bus, Naolib from Nantes to RennesYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Rennes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Alsa, SNCF Bus, Naolib 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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