Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport serves Brittany's capital, an important university city, approximately 8 km from the center.
Rennes is renowned for its half-timbered historic center and serves as a departure point for exploring all of Brittany.
How to get to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to RNS
Parking near Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport
The P3 Eco parking lot is located directly opposite the terminal (parking lots P1/P2 are temporarily closed).
Maximum rate of 12 euros per day or 60 euros per week, with online discounts available for bookings made at least 15 days in advance.
How to get to Rennes from RNS
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Car rental at Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport
The large car rental companies operate with dedicated counters near arrivals.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card in the name of the driver are required for the security deposit.
Hotels near Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport
South, towards the airport
By car or taxi, the airport is about fifteen minutes away; the centre of Rennes is just as close by public transport.
Best for: Those with a dawn flight or heavy luggage who want to stay close to the terminal.
- Fifteen minutes from both the airport and the centre, handy in either direction
- Free parking in the hotel's courtyard
- The historic centre is too far to walk to, a car or bus is needed
- Residential district, not very lively in the evening
Recommended hotels
Historic centre
On foot in the historic centre; the airport is about twenty-five minutes away by STAR bus or taxi.
Best for: Those who want the half-timbered centre, Place Sainte-Anne and Breton restaurants close at hand.
- Half-timbered centre and Place Sainte-Anne within easy reach
- Restaurants and nightlife concentrated in the centre's streets
- Parking is scarce and often paid
- Rooms on the liveliest squares can be noisy at weekends
Recommended hotels
- Balthazar Hôtel & Spa Rennes - MGallery Collection In two historic buildings near the Parliament of Brittany, with a Nuxe spa and a restaurant signed by a Michelin-starred chef. View availability
- Le Saint-Antoine Hôtel & Spa, BW Premier Collection 350 metres from the TGV station, with an indoor pool, hammam and Carita spa. View availability
- Hôtel Des Lices On the Des Lices market square, a few steps from Saint-Pierre cathedral. View availability
Station
A few minutes' walk from the station; the airport is about twenty-five minutes away by STAR bus or taxi.
Best for: Those arriving or leaving by TGV who want the platform just a few steps away.
- TGV station a few minutes' walk away, handy for those continuing by train
- Direct link to the historic centre on foot
- The district around the station is less lively in the evening
- Some trackside rooms may hear trains passing
Recommended hotels
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare Five minutes' walk from the station, with soundproofing that reviews rate as better than the chain average. View availability
- Novotel SPA Rennes Centre Gare Three minutes' walk from the station, with an indoor pool, hammam and gym. View availability
- ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud Above the Gare Sud car park, with rooms renovated in 2023 and Green Key certification. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for Brittany's hub role.
The recommended safety margin for flights is 1.5–2 hours.
Map of Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Rennes the capital of Brittany?
Yes, it's the administrative capital of the region, as well as being an important university city.
Q. Is Rennes quickly connected to Paris?
Yes, with the TGV in about 1h25, among the fastest connections from Brittany to the capital.
Q. What is there to see in Rennes?
The historic center with its typical Breton half-timbered houses, the Parliament of Brittany, and a lively student life.
Q. Is Rennes a good starting point for exploring Brittany?
Yes, its central location makes it a practical base for reaching both the northern and southern coasts of the region.
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