ICPP8 - Rennes 2027

How to get to Rennes, France?

Located in western France, Rennes is easily accessible from major international hubs thanks to its connections by air and high-speed train.

The city is well connected to the French and European transport networks, making Rennes an accessible destination for participants coming from all continents.

Rennes by Airplane

Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport

Located approximately 8 km from Rennes city centre, Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport is the closest airport to the conference city. It offers direct connections to several French and European destinations, including Paris Charles de Gaulle, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Amsterdam, London, and Dublin (depending on seasonal schedules).

For international participants, Rennes Airport can be reached through major European hubs such as Paris, Amsterdam, and London, providing convenient connections from many destinations worldwide.

Current schedules include approximately:

Paris Charles de Gaulle: around 2 flights per day, operated by Air France;
Amsterdam: around 1 connection per day on average, operated by KLM;
London: approximately 5 flights per week, operated by easyJet.

Arriving via Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

For participants travelling from outside Europe, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the recommended gateway to Rennes. As one of Europe's largest international airports, CDG offers direct flights from major cities worldwide.

Participants have two main options to continue their journey to Rennes:

Option 1 – Direct TGV train from Paris CDG (recommended)

The easiest option is to take a high-speed TGV train directly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Rennes. The train station is located inside the airport, allowing international travelers to transfer easily without travelling into central Paris. Direct trains operate several times per day (3 direct trains and 10 trains including connections), with a journey time of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Option 2 – Via Paris Montparnasse Train Station

Participants who wish to spend time in Paris before or after the conference, or who prefer additional train options, can travel from Paris Montparnasse Train Station.

From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Montparnasse station can be reached:

by taxi, in approximately 45–60 minutes depending on traffic and costs around €60-65;
by public transportation (RER B train to Central Paris, which then connects with the metro to reach the train station) in approximately 50–60 minutes for €14.

From Paris Montparnasse, frequent direct (approx. 20 direct connections per day) TGV trains connect Paris and Rennes in approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Rennes by Train

Rennes is directly connected to France's high-speed railway network (TGV), making train travel a convenient, comfortable, and more sustainable option for participants travelling from France and other European countries.

The main railway station is called “Rennes” on SNCF Connect and other train booking platforms. The station is easily connected to downtown Rennes by metro, bus, taxi, or on foot.

From Paris

Paris is the main railway gateway to Rennes. Direct TGV trains from Paris Montparnasse to Rennes run throughout the day, with approximately 20 connections per day and a journey time of around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

From other French and European cities

Rennes can be easily reached by train from many major French cities (including Nantes, Lille, Lyon, Bordeaux or Marseille), often with a connection in Paris or another major railway hub.

For participants travelling from Europe, train travel can also be a convenient alternative to flying. Rennes can be reached by combining international high-speed services (such as Eurostar or connections through Belgium and Paris) with French TGV trains. Major European cities such as London, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Geneva can be connected to Rennes with one or two train changes.

Train tickets and schedules are available through the official French railway website

Visa Requirements

France is part of the Schengen Area, and entry requirements depend on your nationality.

Citizens of the European Union and Schengen Area countries do not require a visa to enter France.

Nationals of many countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, and several others, are generally exempt from short-stay visa requirements.

Participants are encouraged to check the visa requirements applicable to their country of residence well in advance of their travel. If a visa is required, participants should apply as early as possible, as processing times may vary depending on the country and time of year.

Participants are strongly encouraged to verify the entry requirements applicable to their nationality using the official France-Visas portal before making travel arrangements.

Participants requiring an invitation letter to support their visa application will be able to request one after completing their conference registration. Invitation letters will be issued only to registered participants.

How to reach downtown Rennes and the main hotel areas?

From Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS)

Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport is located approximately 8 km from the city centre. Participants can reach downtown Rennes by:

Taxi or Uber: approximately 15–20 minutes, costing around €20–30.
Public transportation: take Bus C6, then Metro Line B to reach downtown Rennes or the railway station. The journey takes approximately 30–40 minutes. A single ticket (€1.80) is valid for one hour on both the bus and metro network.

From Rennes Railway Station

Rennes Railway Station is located just south of the historic city centre and is served by Metro Lines A and B, providing easy access to the city's main hotel areas and conference venue.

Participants can reach their accommodation by:

Metro Lines A or B
Taxi or Uber: approximately 10–15 minutes to most destinations within Rennes.
Walking: many hotels in the city centre are within 10–20 minutes of the station.