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Rennes to Caen train

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Information about the Rennes to Caen train

Travel by train from Rennes to Caen. 14 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Rennes at 5h 33m and the last at 18h 35m, allowing you to cover the 191 km distance in as little as 2h 50m. Tickets are available from 10€ (1).

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Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from Rennes to Caen

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

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Rennes to Caen journey takes no more than 4h 00m on average.

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

The journey from Rennes to Caen on the fastest train takes 2h 50m.

How many trains run from Rennes to Caen each day?

You can choose from 14 trains per day to travel from Rennes to Caen.

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

It is possible to travel between Rennes and Caen on Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Rennes and Caen by train?

The distance by train between Rennes and Caen is approximately 191 km.

What time is the first train from Rennes to Caen?

Depart from Rennes on the first train at 5h 33m.

What time is the last train from Rennes to Caen?

You have until 18h 35m to take the last train.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: RENNES.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: CAEN.

Which train companies operate trains from Rennes to Caen?

You can make the Rennes to Caen journey with TGV INOUI, TER.

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.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

Travel between Rennes and Caen with TGV INOUI

The Rennes - Caen high-speed train is designed with your comfort in mind. Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with your family, TGV INOUI has several classes and a range of onboard services to make your journey even more enjoyable.

Comfort on board the Rennes - Caen TGV INOUI train

Every detail has been thought of on TGV INOUI trains to ensure a comfy trip: adjustable seats, reading lights, folding tables, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi throughout the journey. There are also nursery areas for families with babies, so you can travel with complete peace of mind.

What luggage can I take on board my Rennes and Caen TGV INOUI?

You can take two pieces of carry-on luggage (max. 70 x 90 x 50 cm) and one piece of hand luggage (max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm). You can also take a foldable pushchair (max. 90 x 130 cm) which can be stored in a dedicated space.

TGV INOUI: "1st" class

If you travel in 1st class, you can choose your seat (single, side-by-side, facing, or saloon) and settle down in wider seats with headrests and footrests. Each seat has a foldable table, Wi-Fi connection, a power socket, and an individual reading light.

Travelling with your pet

Pets are welcome on board. Small pets can travel for €7 if they are in a pet carrier (45 x 30 x 25 cm). Muzzled dogs on a lead can also travel for €7. Guide dogs can travel free of charge and do not need a ticket.

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

The price of a Rennes – Caen 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 Caen 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 Caen.

Price of a Rennes – Caen Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Rennes to Caen, 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 Caen, 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 – Caen

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Rennes – Caen Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Rennes to Caen ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Rennes to Caen and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Rennes - Caen. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Rennes to Caen?

If you're travelling from Rennes to Caen, 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 Caen on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Rennes to Caen: 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 Caen train?

To travel from Rennes to Caen, 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 Caen 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 Caen train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Rennes to Caen 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.

Rennes to Caen train schedule for Wednesday 7 October 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 33m 9h 08m 3h 35m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8072
  • Vitre
  • Laval
  • Le Mans
  • Connection: 41 min
  • Le Mans
    TER 53605
  • Alencon
  • Sees
  • Surdon
  • Argentan
  • Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives
  • Mezidon-Canon
  • Caen
7h 00m 10h 17m 3h 17m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8790 - TGV INOUI 8080
  • Le Mans
  • Connection: 45 min
  • Le Mans
    TER 53607
  • Alencon
  • Sees
  • Surdon
  • Argentan
  • Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives
  • Mezidon-Canon
  • Caen
7h 30m 10h 20m 2h 50m TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TER 48031
  • Rennes Beaulieu Chimie
  • Avranches
  • Guilberville-Le Saussey
  • Caen
7h 48m 12h 52m 5h 04m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8052
  • Laval
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h12
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3311
  • Caen
8h 35m 14h 02m 5h 27m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8704 - TGV INOUI 8604
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h49
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3339
  • Mantes-La-Jolie
  • Caen
9h 05m 14h 14m 5h 09m TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TER 57757
  • Vitre
  • Laval
  • Connection: 1h22
  • Laval
    TER 57950
  • Montsurs
  • Neau
  • Evron
  • Voutre
  • Sille-Le-Guillaume
  • Conlie
  • Domfront-En-Champagne
  • Le Mans Hopital-Universite
  • Le Mans
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Le Mans
    TER 16574
  • Montbizot
  • Vivoin - Beaumont
  • Alencon
  • Sees
  • Surdon
  • Argentan
  • Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives
  • Mezidon-Canon
  • Caen
11h 26m 14h 43m 3h 17m TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TER 52856
  • Pontchaillou
  • Dol-De-Bretagne
  • Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Avranches
  • Folligny
  • Granville
  • Coutances
  • Saint-Lo
  • Lison
  • Bayeux
  • Caen
11h 35m 16h 56m 5h 21m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8710 - TGV INOUI 8610
  • Laval
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 1h44
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3315
  • Caen
13h 35m 17h 53m 4h 18m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8084 - TGV INOUI 8720
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 54 min
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3317
  • Caen
15h 07m 18h 47m 3h 40m TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TER 48023
  • Rennes Beaulieu Chimie
  • Avranches
  • Granville
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Granville
    TER 53434
  • Coutances
  • Saint-Lo
  • Lison
  • Bayeux
  • Caen
16h 15m 19h 05m 2h 50m TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TER 48033
  • Rennes Beaulieu Chimie
  • Avranches
  • Guilberville-Le Saussey
  • Caen
17h 30m 20h 30m 3h 00m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 5338
  • Le Mans
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Le Mans
    TER 57111
  • La Guierche
  • Montbizot
  • Vivoin - Beaumont
  • Alencon
  • Sees
  • Surdon
  • Argentan
  • Saint-Pierre-Sur-Dives
  • Mezidon-Canon
  • Caen
17h 57m 21h 31m 3h 34m TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TER 52870
  • Pontchaillou
  • Dol-De-Bretagne
  • Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Avranches
  • Folligny
  • Granville
  • Coutances
  • Saint-Lo
  • Lison
  • Bayeux
  • Caen
18h 35m 23h 00m 4h 25m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Rennes
    TGV INOUI 8088
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 54 min
  • Paris Saint-Lazare
    TER 3327
  • Evreux Normandie
  • Bernay
  • Lisieux
  • Caen