Lyon to Rennes Trains

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Lyon to Rennes Train Tickets & Timetable

The Lyon to Rennes train route is served mainly by SNCF TGV INOUI, with direct trains and additional options requiring a change, often in the Paris area or at Massy TGV. Trains normally depart from Lyon Part-Dieu and arrive at Rennes station, with direct services using the high-speed lines around Lyon, the Paris bypass, and the LGV Bretagne-Pays de la Loire toward Brittany. Typical intermediate calls on direct trains may include Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Massy TGV, Le Mans, and Laval, depending on the service. The fastest trains cover the roughly 560 km rail route in about 3 hours 50 minutes, while slower connections can take around 5 hours 30 minutes. First and Second Class are available on TGV INOUI, with seat reservation included. One-way TGV fares between Lyon and Rennes start from about €35 ($38 USD) for advance Second Class fares and can rise to around €140 ($151 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Around 8 to 12 departures per day are usually possible when direct and connecting trains are counted. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Lyon

Rennes

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Arrival Time

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Morning trains

06:12

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

4h 18m

10:30

RennesStation

Direct

OUI 5380

from

15079 USD

4h 18m, Direct

06:12

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

10:30

RennesStation

from

15079 USD

Direct

OUI 5380

06:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

4h 0m

10:30

RennesStation

Direct

OUI 5380

from

15079 USD

4h 0m, Direct

06:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

10:30

RennesStation

from

15079 USD

Direct

OUI 5380

Day trains

16:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

4h 1m

20:31

RennesStation

Direct

OUI 5386

from

16119 USD

4h 1m, Direct

16:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

20:31

RennesStation

from

16119 USD

Direct

OUI 5386

First train

06:11

Last train

16:30

Travel duration

4h 2m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lyon

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Rennes

Ticket price

$59

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Lyon to Rennes Route Overview

The Lyon to Rennes route is useful because it avoids a station change across central Paris on many direct TGV services, using the high-speed interconnection line east and south of the capital. East of Paris, trains may pass near Marne-la-Vallee Chessy before turning west toward Massy TGV, Le Mans, Laval, and Rennes. Seat reservations are mandatory on TGV INOUI, so passengers travel on the train and seat printed on the ticket rather than boarding any departure. The final stretch from Le Mans to Rennes uses the LGV Bretagne-Pays de la Loire, opened in 2017 to shorten rail travel times into Brittany.

Travel time

4h 2m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 49m

Longest trip

4h 19m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction for the Rhone valley, the Alps, Paris, and the Mediterranean. Most long-distance trains to Rennes leave from Lyon Part-Dieu, the main station in the business district east of the Rhone, with metro, tram, and airport tram links.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

4h 2m

Rennes

Rennes is the capital of Brittany and a university city with a historic center of half-timbered houses and granite buildings. Rennes station sits just south of the center, connected to the metro and local buses for Place Sainte-Anne, the Parlement de Bretagne, and Thabor Gardens.

Rennes

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI passengers on Lyon to Rennes services must be able to carry and store their own bags. Label luggage before boarding, as French long-distance trains require visible passenger identification on bags.

Luggage Allowance

TGV INOUI generally allows 2 large pieces of luggage plus 1 item of hand baggage per passenger. Each large piece should not exceed 130 cm in its longest dimension and must be manageable without staff assistance.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks for small and medium bags, luggage shelves near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. Keep valuables with you, especially on services making stops at Massy TGV, Le Mans, or Laval.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles must be carried in a cover within SNCF size rules; some full-size bicycles require a booked bike space when available. Skis, musical instruments, and sports gear must fit in the train's normal luggage areas and not block aisles or doors.

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Lyon to Rennes Map

The Lyon to Rennes route starts at Lyon Part-Dieu, heads north on high-speed tracks from the Rhone valley, then uses the Paris interconnection line instead of terminating in central Paris on many direct services. Trains may call at Marne-la-Vallee Chessy or Massy TGV before continuing west through Le Mans and Laval. The last section runs on the LGV Bretagne-Pays de la Loire toward Rennes, with views shifting from the Rhone corridor to open farmland and the approach to Brittany.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 6m

Price from

$50

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 56m

Price from

$59

Departures

Rating

The train links Lyon Part-Dieu and Rennes station without airport transfers, and the fastest TGV services take under 4 hours. Long-distance buses between Lyon and Rennes usually take 10 to 12 hours and use coach stations rather than the main rail platforms. Flights from Lyon to Rennes have short airborne time, but airport access, security, boarding, and baggage collection add several hours to the total trip. Rail is also the lower-carbon choice for this domestic route compared with flying.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

4h 2m

$59-$182

Bus

Apprx.

11h 0m

$25-$75

Flight

Apprx.

1h 20m

$80-$260

FAQ about the Lyon - Rennes Route

How long is the train from Lyon to Rennes?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI services take about 3 hours 50 minutes between Lyon Part-Dieu and Rennes. Itineraries with a change, often at Massy TGV or in the Paris area, commonly take around 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes.

How much is the train from Lyon to Rennes?

One-way TGV fares from Lyon to Rennes start from about €35 ($38 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can reach around €140 ($151 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the TGV from Lyon to Rennes?

TGV INOUI trains on this route can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because the route includes station stops, approaches to major junctions, and the western section through Le Mans, Laval, and Rennes.

How do I book Lyon to Rennes train tickets?

Book Lyon to Rennes train tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting your travel date, comparing direct and connecting TGV options, and choosing First or Second Class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage tickets and receive trip updates.

Does a French rail pass cover Lyon to Rennes?

Eurail and Interrail passes can be used on SNCF TGV services between Lyon and Rennes, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Passholder places can be limited on busy trains. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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