Taxi Fougères → Rennes
Your Fougères → Rennes transfer at €95–€120. 50 km via the N12.
A taxi between Fougères and Rennes costs between €95 and €120 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 50 kilometres and a journey time of from 35 to 50 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes N12, with no tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €155. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
50 km
Duration
35 min
Estimated price
€95–€120
Availability
24/7
The Fougères to Rennes journey links Europe's largest medieval fortress to the capital of Brittany, crossing the historic Breton Marches borderland. Fougères Castle, with its thirteen towers and three concentric walls embracing a rocky spur above the Nancon valley, is considered the largest medieval fortress in Europe, built from the 11th to 15th centuries as the eastern sentinel of the Duchy of Brittany. Victor Hugo was so impressed by its silhouette in 1836 that he drew it and used it as inspiration for his novel 'Ninety-Three'. Balzac also set his novel 'Les Chouans' in Fougères. The upper town features a 14th-century belfry, half-timbered houses on the Place du Marchix, and the flamboyant Gothic church of Saint-Leonard. The taxi is used by travellers connecting to the TGV at Rennes, professionals working in the Rennes metropolis, university students and tourists combining the castle visit with exploring Rennes.
Route
Route Fougères → Rennes
Your driver leaves Fougères on the D155, a well-maintained road crossing the Breton Marches countryside. You pass near the Fougères state forest, one of Brittany's finest with 1,650 hectares of centuries-old beech and oak. The road joins the N12, a toll-free dual carriageway forming the main east-west axis across northern Brittany. You cross the Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier area, marked by the 1488 battle that sealed Breton independence — the castle ruins, razed by Charles VIII, are still visible. After Saint-Aubin, the N12 runs through rolling bocage dotted with dairy farms and cider apple orchards. Arrival in Rennes is via the northern ring road. The journey takes 35 minutes normally, up to 50 minutes during rush hours.
Main route: N12 — no tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Fougères → Rennes
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Fougères → Rennes route
If catching a TGV at Rennes, share your train time when booking — your driver will adjust departure with a 20-minute safety margin. Before leaving Fougères, the castle visit is essential: allow 1h30-2h for the three enclosures and towers — entry is about 6 euros. The public garden on the old ramparts offers a stunning viewpoint of the castle below — this is where Victor Hugo sketched it. In Rennes, the Saturday Lices market is one of France's largest with over 300 stalls. The return Rennes to Fougères is available at the same rate.
Tolls: no tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Fougères → Rennes
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€95–€120
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€109–€138
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€105–€132
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Fougères to Rennes?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
There is no direct TER between Fougères and Rennes — bus then train takes 1h30 minimum. The BreizhGo bus links Fougères to Rennes in about 1h10 for 6 euros, with 4-5 daily departures. BlaBlaCar offers rides from 4 euros. The TaxiNeo taxi at 60 — 80 euros is the only direct door-to-door option in just 35 minutes. For 3-4 passengers (15-27 euros per person), extremely competitive.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€95–€120
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€155
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Fougères → Rennes
Does the taxi drop me at Rennes TGV station?
Yes, your driver drops you directly at Rennes station. The station is served by TGV from Paris in 1h25. The Fougères — Rennes route covers about 50 km by road. Allow 35 minutes in light traffic and up to 50 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €95 to €120, luggage included.
Is the N12 Fougères — Rennes toll-free?
Yes, the N12 is a toll-free Breton expressway for the entire journey. No tolls, in line with Brittany's toll-free expressway policy. Allow 35 minutes in light traffic and up to 50 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €95 to €120, luggage included.
On the Fougères — Rennes route, can I visit Fougères Castle before departure?
Yes, your driver can wait while you visit the castle (1h30-2h). Mention it when booking to plan the schedule. The price booked in advance ranges from €95 to €120, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €155. Expect no tolls on this route.
On the Fougères — Rennes route, how long during rush hour?
The journey can reach 50 minutes during Rennes rush hours (8-9am and 5-7pm). Outside these times, allow 35 minutes. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €155. The usual route takes N12. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Fougères — Rennes route, can the taxi pick me up at my hotel in Fougères?
Yes, your driver collects you from your chosen address in Fougères: hotel, home, town centre or castle car park. Door-to-door service guaranteed. The usual route takes N12. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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