Cities Near Rennes
Cities near Rennes, France: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Saint-Malo, Laval, Saint-Brieuc. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Rennes, France is Saint-Malo, about 40 mi (64 km) away — roughly 1 hr 12 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint-Malo | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Laval | 42 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Saint-Brieuc | 57 mi / 92 km | 1 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Vannes | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nantes | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Saint-Nazaire | 63 mi / 101 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Angers | 68 mi / 110 km | 2 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cholet | 82 mi / 131 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Lorient | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Le Mans | 87 mi / 140 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Rennes
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Saint-Malo, Laval, Saint-Brieuc, Vannes, Nantes. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Rennes include Saint-Malo, Laval, Saint-Brieuc, Vannes, Nantes. The closest is Saint-Malo, about 40 miles (64 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.