What is the cheapest way to get from Rennes to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Rennes to Loire Valley is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rennes to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from Rennes to Loire Valley is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Rennes and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Rennes station to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Rennes - Bus Station and arriving at Saumur - North via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Rennes and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Rennes to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Rennes and arriving at Saumur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Rennes to Loire Valley?

The distance between Rennes and Loire Valley is 293 km. The road distance is 183 km.

How do I travel from Rennes to Loire Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Rennes to Loire Valley without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €70 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Rennes to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Rennes to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Loire Valley bus from?

Rennes to Loire Valley bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rennes - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Loire Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from Rennes to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from Rennes to Loire Valley is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Rennes to Loire Valley bus arrive?

Rennes to Loire Valley bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Saumur - North station.

Where does the Rennes to Loire Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rennes to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Rennes to Loire Valley is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Rennes to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 881+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rennes to Saumurtrain 434C / ...
2h 40m
€73–125
Drive 183 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rennes to Loire Valleycar 183 km
2h 32m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Saumur - Northbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 48m
€50–70
Train via Angers
1. Take the train from Rennes to Angers St Laudtrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Angers St Laud to Saumurtrain Ter / ...
3h 23m
€63–104

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Distance: 293 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Rennes, France and Loire Valley, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Rennes to Saumur once daily. Tickets cost €45–90 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Saumur - North once daily. Tickets cost €14–26 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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