How far is Rennes from Madrid?

Rennes and Madrid are 539 miles (869 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Rennes to Madrid leave from Gare Routière and arrive at Estación Sur. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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

Once in Madrid, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Toledo, Plaza Mayor, Teleférico de Madrid, Lazaro Galdiano Museum and San Miguel Gourmet Market.

Bus Rennes to Madrid from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Rennes to Madrid on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Rennes	1d	9:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Rennes	16h 30m	9:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Rennes	21h 30m	3:20pm	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Rennes	21h 40m	9:10am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Rennes	21h 35m	3:20pm	Estación Sur	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Rennes to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 13 hours and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

13hAverage Duration

538 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $280	Average Duration21h 25m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$86 - $86	Average Duration13h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,378 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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,142 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Rennes and Madrid?

Stops in Rennes

A - Gare Routière

B - 3 Place Henri Terrière

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rennes to Madrid by bus

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$78

11/18

$50

Today

$64

11/20

$51

11/21

$54

11/22

$64

11/23

No data

11/24

$70

The cheapest trip from Rennes to Madrid was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $142 for a bus ticket from Rennes to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-20.