The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Rennes
Cheapest price
€106
Average price
€152
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
693 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rennes will cost around €152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.
Of the 4 trains that leave Basel for Rennes on Tue, Nov 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 693 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 6 h 37 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Rennes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €208.
Distance: 693 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€153 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €275 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 28m Average total duration 13h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basel to Rennes train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rennes trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:13 AM Basel | 6h37 | 11:50 AM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:49 AM Basel | 6h37 | 1:26 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Basel | 5h35 | 7:25 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:34 PM Basel | 6h35 | 9:09 PM Rennes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Rennes
Trains from Basel to Rennes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €72 but you can travel from only €33 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 693 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 693 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €72 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 01:30 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV from Basel to Rennes trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV trains will get you between Basel and Rennes from €33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rennes by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Rennes
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
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