Train Karlsruhe Rennes

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Information about the Karlsruhe to Rennes train

Travel by train from Karlsruhe to Rennes. 8 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Karlsruhe at 7h 32m and the last at 15h 32m, allowing you to cover the 949 km distance in as little as 4h 53m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

6h 11m

Shortest route time

4h 53m

First hour of departure

7h 32m

Last hour of departure

15h 32m

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How much does a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes cost?

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

How long does a journey on a train from Karlsruhe to Rennes take?

The Karlsruhe to Rennes journey takes just 6h 11m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

The fastest train between Karlsruhe and Rennes completes the journey in 4h 53m.

How many trains run from Karlsruhe to Rennes each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 8 Karlsruhe – Rennes trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Karlsruhe and Rennes?

You can reach Rennes from Karlsruhe via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Karlsruhe and Rennes by train?

By train, about 949 km separate Rennes from Karlsruhe.

What time is the first train from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

The first Karlsruhe to Rennes train departs at 7h 32m.

What time is the last train from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Karlsruhe at 15h 32m.

To leave Karlsruhe, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: KARLSRUHE HBF.

At Rennes, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: RENNES.

Which train companies operate trains from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

Travel on a train operated by DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI, OUIGO for your journey from Karlsruhe to Rennes.

What services are offered on board?

If you want more flexibility on your OUIGO trips and to avoid being caught out by unexpected events, choose our "missed train" and "cancellation" options, in partnership with Allianz Travel.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, you no longer need to queue in the bar carriage. Order exactly what you want online, and then collect it at the bar, without waiting around, so you can enjoy your book or watch something in peace.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

The price of a Karlsruhe – Rennes train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes.

Price of a Karlsruhe – Rennes Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Karlsruhe to Rennes at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Karlsruhe – Rennes

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Last-minute Karlsruhe – Rennes Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Karlsruhe to Rennes. For last-minute train tickets from Karlsruhe to Rennes, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Karlsruhe to Rennes and alternative routes

For your journey to Rennes, if a direct train is available from Karlsruhe, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

If you're travelling from Karlsruhe to Rennes, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

Thanks to the partnership between SNCF and Deutsche Bahn you can discover Germany's varied scenery whether you're on a weekend break, a holiday or a business trip. Enjoy easy, top-speed travel between Karlsruhe and Rennes! Enjoy the à la carte menu and log into free Wi-Fi throughout your journey.

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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Karlsruhe to Rennes on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Karlsruhe to Rennes: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Karlsruhe to Rennes with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes in advance!

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What travel classes are available on the Karlsruhe to Rennes train?

To travel from Karlsruhe to Rennes, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

To travel from Karlsruhe to Rennes, hop on a DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation train and enjoy the comfort of one of two classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage
Reading light and small table
Trilingual staff
Access to the buffet car

1^st Class

Wider, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage
Reading light and small table
Trilingual staff
Access to the buffet car
Access to Grand Voyageur station lounges

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Karlsruhe to Rennes and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Karlsruhe to Rennes. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

What on-board services are available on the Karlsruhe to Rennes train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Karlsruhe to Rennes route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

Book your tickets early

Book up to 6 months in advance
My luggage

Your luggage must be visibly labelled. Are considered as hand luggage: skis, strollers, wheelchairs, nautical boards (cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum).
Frankfurt, Munich and many others ...

Embark our trains and travel to 10 different German cities.
Stay connected

Free wifi and electrical outlets are available on board.
Best prices

Travel to Germany from €39. Why do you hesitate?
My animals

Small animals (in a container of 45 x 30 x 25 cm maximum) and dogs accompanying persons with disabilities travel for free. (2)
My bike

The transportation of foldes bikes or if the wheels are disassembled (contained in a cover of 1.30 m x 0.90 m maximum) is free.
Catering on board

Bar car with TGV INOUI and restaurant / bistro car with ICE. Order online in TGV INOUI trains
Family space and nursery

Family areas and nursery area with ICE
Franco-German services

Franco-German crew
Paris Metro ticket

Paris metro ticket sales
Disabled accessibility

Accessible to people with reduced mobility. Seats are reserved for travelers in wheelchairs

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
Travel connected

Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
A gourmet break?

We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the Bistro

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Karlsruhe to Rennes train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
7h 32m	12h 25m	4h 53m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 32m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9578 8h 16m Strasbourg 10h 05m Paris Est Connection: 52 min 10h 57m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8615 12h 25m Rennes
8h 06m	14h 25m	6h 19m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 06m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9594 8h 47m Strasbourg 9h 37m Lorraine Tgv 10h 00m Meuse Tgv 10h 27m Champagne-Ardenne Tgv Connection: 40 min 11h 07m Champagne-Ardenne Tgv TGV INOUI 2536 11h 48m Paris Est Connection: 1h09 12h 57m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8719 - TGV INOUI 8619 14h 25m Rennes
8h 06m	14h 47m	6h 41m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 06m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9594 8h 47m Strasbourg Connection: 1h14 10h 01m Strasbourg TGV INOUI 5475 - TGV INOUI 5470 10h 36m Lorraine Tgv 10h 57m Meuse Tgv 11h 24m Champagne-Ardenne Tgv 12h 00m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 12h 28m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 13h 04m Massy Tgv 13h 57m Le Mans 14h 47m Rennes
11h 32m	16h 25m	4h 53m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
11h 32m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9584 12h 16m Strasbourg 14h 07m Paris Est Connection: 50 min 14h 57m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8623 16h 25m Rennes
12h 08m	17h 18m	5h 10m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, OUIGO	Booking
12h 08m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9590 12h 51m Strasbourg 14h 51m Paris Est Connection: 1h00 15h 51m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 OUIGO 7603 17h 18m Rennes
14h 06m	20h 26m	6h 20m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
14h 06m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9552 15h 01m Strasbourg 16h 50m Paris Est Connection: 2h05 18h 55m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8641 - TGV INOUI 8739 20h 26m Rennes
15h 32m	23h 00m	7h 28m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI, OUIGO	Booking
15h 32m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9572 16h 18m Strasbourg Connection: 43 min 17h 01m Strasbourg TGV INOUI 5488 17h 39m Lorraine Tgv 18h 01m Meuse Tgv 18h 33m Champagne-Ardenne Tgv 19h 08m Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv 19h 32m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 20h 04m Massy Tgv 21h 00m Le Mans Connection: 39 min 21h 39m Le Mans OUIGO 4097 22h 20m Laval 23h 00m Rennes
15h 32m	23h 09m	7h 37m	DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI	Booking
15h 32m Karlsruhe Hbf DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9572 16h 18m Strasbourg 18h 16m Paris Est Connection: 2h59 21h 15m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8063 22h 10m Le Mans 22h 41m Laval 23h 09m Rennes

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Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe to Rennes

How much does a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes cost?

How long does a journey on a train from Karlsruhe to Rennes take?

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

How many trains run from Karlsruhe to Rennes each day?

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Karlsruhe and Rennes?

What is the distance between Karlsruhe and Rennes by train?

What time is the first train from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

What time is the last train from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

To leave Karlsruhe, which station(s) can I depart from?

At Rennes, which station(s) will I arrive at?

Which train companies operate trains from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

What services are offered on board?

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

Price of a Karlsruhe – Rennes Train Ticket

Promotional Fare for Karlsruhe – Rennes

Last-minute Karlsruhe – Rennes Train

Direct train from Karlsruhe to Rennes and alternative routes

Which companies operate the train from Karlsruhe to Rennes?

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

What travel classes are available on the Karlsruhe to Rennes train?

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

What on-board services are available on the Karlsruhe to Rennes train?

DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation

Karlsruhe to Rennes train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026

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