Rennes to Hamburg by train

Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains

Overview: trains from Rennes to Hamburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rennes to Hamburg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:32 View journey
Last train 22:35 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 10hr View journey
Distance (km) 1017
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey £182.55 View journey
Avg journey time 13hr 27m
Train operators 23

Rennes to Hamburg train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Rennes to Hamburg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Rennes to Hamburg take around 10 hours, covering a distance of approximately 1,017 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Rennes is scheduled to depart at around  05:32. The last departure is usually at around 21:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Rennes at around 06:19, with the last train leaving at around 22:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 30 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £182.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Hamburg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Hamburg.

Is there a direct train from Rennes to Hamburg?

The journey between Rennes and Hamburg usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Rennes to Hamburg?

The Rennes to Hamburg train travel takes about 10 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Rennes to Hamburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Hamburg leaving Rennes at around 05:32 and the last train leaving at around 21:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Rennes at around 06:19, with the final departure at 22:35.

230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators

Sncf Eurostar Deutsche Bahn Trenitalia National Rail ÖBB Renfe SBB
Interrail Eurail TGV Lyria Swiss Travel System Italo Iryo Alleo OUIGO RegioJet

Travellers rate us "Excellent!"

Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.