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How to get from Cologne to Rennes?

Are you planning to travel to Rennes from Cologne and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Cologne to Rennes, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Cologne and Rennes, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Thalys, SNCF, OUIGO, Eurolines or ALSA), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Cologne and Rennes, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cologne Rennes trip.

For your trip from Cologne to Rennes, you have several transport options

Cologne to Rennes bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cologne to Rennes, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cologne to Rennes train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Cologne Rennes train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Cologne Rennes

Many flights connect Cologne to Rennes every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Rennes in record time.

Carpooling Cologne Rennes

Carpooling between Cologne and Rennes is perfect if you want to travel to Rennes in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Cologne or Rennes.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Cologne to Rennes transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Cologne Rennes

City of departure
Cologne
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Rennes
France
Brittany
Distance
434 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Cologne to Rennes easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Cologne to Rennes easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Cologne and Rennes that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Thalys, SNCF, OUIGO, Eurolines or ALSA to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cologne and Rennes with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Cologne and Rennes

Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Cologne to Rennes?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Cologne to Rennes.
Flexible Carpooling from Cologne to Rennes is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Cologne to Rennes.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Cologne to Rennes?
Environmentally friendly The Cologne-Rennes train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Landscapes Trains between Cologne and Rennes often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Flexibility Cologne Rennes train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Cologne Rennes train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Cologne to Rennes?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Cologne and Rennes, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Prices Coach tickets from Cologne to Rennes are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Rennes (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Cologne to Rennes are usually much slower than trains to Rennes to cover the 434 mi distance.
Comfort Cologne-Rennes buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Cologne to Rennes?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Cologne to Rennes, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Cologne and Rennes is the fastest way to travel the 434 mi between Cologne and Rennes.
Security checks Travellers to Rennes often have to arrive at Cologne airport early due to strict security checks.
Prices Air tickets from Cologne to Rennes can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).

Where to start from in Cologne? Where do I arrive in Rennes?

Cologne departure bus stations

Koln
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Cologne South Airport
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Cologne Departure Stations

Köln Hbf
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Departure airports in Cologne

Cologne Bonn
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Rennes arrival coach stations

Rennes
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Rennes Arrival Stations

Rennes
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Rennes Arrival Airports

Rennes Bretagne
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coach Cologne Rennes

The frequency of departures to Cologne from Rennes varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Rennes, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus journey between Cologne and Rennes usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Rennes for your travel date.

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Cologne-Rennes coach ticket will incur additional costs.

Buses between Cologne and Rennes usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Cologne Rennes

Eurolines
Eurolines
ALSA
ALSA
Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
Isilines
Isilines
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Trains Cologne Rennes

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Cologne to Rennes at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

The average train journey time from Cologne to Rennes depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Rennes are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Cologne to Rennes, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train tickets from Cologne to Rennes can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies from Cologne to Rennes

Thalys
Thalys
SNCF
SNCF
OUIGO
OUIGO
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Flights Cologne Rennes

Airlines Cologne Rennes

Air France
Air France
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Carpool Cologne Rennes

The number of seats available in a carpool from Cologne to Rennes depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

The average cost of a carpool from Cologne to Rennes depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Cologne to Rennes, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Cologne and Rennes also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Cologne and Rennes, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Cologne Rennes

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