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Information about the Rennes to Basel train

Travel by train from Rennes to Basel. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Rennes at 6h 35m and the last at 16h 35m, allowing you to cover the 931 km distance in as little as 5h 51m.

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

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

On average, allow 6h 11m for a train journey from Rennes to Basel.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Rennes to Basel in 5h 51m.

How many trains run from Rennes to Basel each day?

Every day, 10 trains complete the Rennes to Basel journey.

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

Between Rennes and Basel, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Rennes and Basel by train?

The distance by train between Rennes and Basel is approximately 931 km.

What time is the first train from Rennes to Basel?

If you’re an early riser, you can catch the Rennes to Basel train at 6h 35m.

What time is the last train from Rennes to Basel?

You can wait until 16h 35m at the latest to take the last Rennes to Basel train.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: RENNES.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: BASEL SBB.

Which train companies operate trains from Rennes to Basel?

The Rennes – Basel route is served by: TGV INOUI, TER, TGV Lyria, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation.

What services are offered on board?

If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.

With TGV Lyria, choose the class that best suits your needs and will guarantee you the best travel experience: STANDARD, PREMIÈRE or PREMIÈRE SIGNATURE.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

Planning a train trip from Rennes to Basel?

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How to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Basel?

There is several methods to save and get a cheaper train ticket:

  • Book in advance on SNCF Connect website; You can easily set up an alert 3 to 6 months before your departure to get the best price.
  • Take a look at our Deals page which offers a selection of the best on-going promotions, low prices and good deals! Who knows? You might find a good deal to travel from Rennes to Basel.
  • Be flexible on your travel dates and adapt to off-peak times to find a cheaper train ticket. Indeed, note that train tickets during rush hour are the most expensive as well as those issued during school holidays.
  • Get a discount card to benefit from low prices on selected trains from Rennes to Basel

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

The price of a Rennes – Basel 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 Rennes to Basel 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 Rennes to Basel.

Price of a Rennes – Basel Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Rennes to Basel, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Rennes to Basel, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Rennes – Basel

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Last-minute Rennes – Basel Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Rennes to Basel. For last-minute train tickets from Rennes to Basel, 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 Rennes to Basel and alternative routes

For your journey to Basel, if a direct train is available from Rennes, 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 Rennes to Basel?

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

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Rennes to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Rennes to Basel: 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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What travel classes are available on the Rennes to Basel train?

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

TGV INOUI

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

2nd Class

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

1st 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

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

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

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.

Which stations does the train from Rennes to Basel depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Rennes

Rennes station is one of the most important stations in Brittany and takes you to many destinations in the region and across France. Very well located, the station has the advantage of being around 800 metres from the historic centre of Rennes.

How do I get to Rennes station?

Rennes station is served directly by metro lines A and B at Gares station, which opens onto the inside of the concourse. By bus, the stop of the same name is served all year round by many lines.

What are the main connections from Rennes station?

Rennes station is linked to Paris Montparnasse in around 1 hour 30 minutes without changing. Other TGV INOUI connections run to Lyon, Marseille, Marne-la-Vallée - Chessy, Brest, Quimper, Aéroport Charles-de-Gaulle 2 TGV and Strasbourg, among others. OUIGO links Rennes to Paris and other cities in Brittany. A TGV INOUI journey to Brussels via Lille is also available.

Thanks to its central position on the TER network, Rennes station takes you to many towns in the region. Lines include those serving Brest, Vannes, Nantes, Vitré, Le Mans, Saint-Malo, Pontivy, Loudéac, Caen and Dinard, among others.

The bus station is adjacent to the railway station. Coach lines on the regional BreizhGo network provide local services, including to Mont-Saint-Michel and Pontivy. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus coaches also serve Rennes bus station.

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Rennes to Basel train schedule for Wednesday 28 October 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 35m 13h 08m 6h 33m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8680
  • Laval
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h06
  • Paris Est
    TGV INOUI 2365
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 40 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96219
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
6h 35m 13h 23m 6h 48m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8680
  • Laval
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h07
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
7h 48m 14h 08m 6h 20m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8052
  • Laval
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h07
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9573
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 13 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96277
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
9h 35m 15h 26m 5h 51m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8706 - TGV INOUI 8606
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h12
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
10h 12m 16h 08m 5h 56m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8060
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 59 min
  • Paris Est
    TGV INOUI 2421
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 11 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96223
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
11h 35m 17h 35m 6h 00m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8610 - TGV INOUI 8710
  • Laval
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h07
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9215
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
13h 35m 19h 26m 5h 51m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8720 - TGV INOUI 8084
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h18
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9219
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
15h 35m 21h 26m 5h 51m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8722 - TGV INOUI 8622
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h17
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
16h 03m 22h 38m 6h 35m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 5460
  • Le Mans
  • Massy Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Meuse Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96241
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
16h 35m 22h 38m 6h 03m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8630 - TGV INOUI 12230
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 50 min
  • Paris Est
    TGV INOUI 2377
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 41 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96241
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb