What is the cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Rennes?

The cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Rennes is to bus which costs €23 - €45 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Rennes?

The fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Rennes is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Île de Ré and Rennes?

No, there is no direct bus from Île de Ré to Rennes. However, there are services departing from Sablanceaux and arriving at Rennes via La Rochelle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Île de Ré and Rennes?

No, there is no direct train from Île de Ré to Rennes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Rennes via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Île de Ré to Rennes?

The distance between Île de Ré and Rennes is 262 km. The road distance is 256.6 km.

How do I travel from Île de Ré to Rennes without a car?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Rennes without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs €23 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Île de Ré to Rennes?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Île de Ré to Rennes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Rennes bus from?

Île de Ré to Rennes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Rennes train from?

Île de Ré to Rennes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train or bus from Île de Ré to Rennes?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Rennes is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs €23 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Île de Ré to Rennes bus arrive?

Île de Ré to Rennes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rennes station.

Where does the Île de Ré to Rennes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Île de Ré to Rennes?

Yes, the driving distance between Île de Ré to Rennes is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Île de Ré to Rennes.

Where can I stay near Rennes?

There are 1048+ hotels available in Rennes.

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There are 3 ways to get from Île de Ré to Rennes by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Rennesbus FlixBus N711 / ...
5h 9m
€23–42
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Nantestrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to Rennestrain Ter / ...
5h 28m
€57–112
Drive 256.6 km
1. Drive from La Flotte to Rennescar 256.6 km
3h 9m
€40–58

Île de Ré to Rennes by bus

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Distance: 262.1 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Île de Ré, France and Rennes, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Rennes every 4 hours. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sablanceaux to Rennes via Gare routière, La Rochelle Ville, and Nantes in around 5h 28m.

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