How far is Rennes from Basel?

About 431 miles (694 km) separate Rennes and Basel.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rennes to Basel?

Most of the buses traveling from Rennes to Basel leave from Gare Routière and arrive at Basel Central Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?

Once in Basel, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum Tinguely, Fondation Beyeler, Kunstmuseum Basel, Ferries and BaselCard.

Bus Rennes to Basel from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rennes to Basel on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Rennes	14h 15m	7:30am	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:15am	Rennes	21h 50m	7:05am	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Rennes	18h 45m	4:00am	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	No tags

Next departures for Rennes to Basel on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15am	Rennes	18h 45m	4:00am	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Rennes	14h 15m	7:30am	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	Fastest
Bus	9:15am	Rennes	21h 50m	7:05am	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags

Next departures for Rennes to Basel on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Rennes	14h 15m	7:30am	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:15am	Rennes	21h 50m	7:05am	Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Rennes	18h 45m	4:00am	Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:54 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rennes to Basel

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

430 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $218	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$82 - $87	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rennes and Basel?

Stops in Rennes

A
Gare Routière
Place de la gare, 35000 Rennes, France
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B
3 Place Henri Terrière
3 Place Henri Terrière, 35200 Rennes, France

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
D
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,154 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

FlixBus

3.5/511,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

CH bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rennes to Basel by bus

How far is Rennes from Basel?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rennes to Basel?
What are the best sights and things to do in Basel?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/22

$47

11/23

$65

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11/27

$70

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$95

11/29

$48

The cheapest trip from Rennes to Basel was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rennes to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $47 to $125 for a bus ticket from Rennes to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-29.