The cheapest and fastest trains from Lorient to Nantes
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lorient to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lorient to Nantes will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 8 trains that leave Lorient for Nantes on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8582601:16 PM1h48Lorient station3:04 PMNantes station€341One-way0 transfers
8582786:33 PM2h11Lorient station8:44 PMNantes station€341One-way0 transfers
8582869:27 AM1h38Lorient station11:05 AMNantes station€341One-way0 transfers
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85821411:18 AM2h26Lorient station1:44 PMNantes station€341One-way1 transfer
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8582484:52 PM2h13Lorient station7:05 PMNantes station€341One-way1 transfer
8582869:27 AM1h38Lorient station11:05 AMNantes station€341One-way0 transfers
8582601:16 PM1h48Lorient station3:04 PMNantes station€341One-way0 transfers
8582786:33 PM2h11Lorient station8:44 PMNantes station€341One-way0 transfers
856644+
8582484:52 PM2h13Lorient station7:05 PMNantes station€341One-way1 transfer
856614+
85821411:18 AM2h26Lorient station1:44 PMNantes station€341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lorient to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lorient to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€33 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lorient to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Lorient to Nantes trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8790+ 858202 | On time 5:23 AM Lorient station | 2h25 | 7:48 AM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858258 | On time 6:14 AM Lorient station | 2h02 | 8:16 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858252 | 7:20 AM Lorient station | 1h51 | 9:11 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858254 | 9:15 AM Lorient station | 1h48 | 11:03 AM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858288 | 10:54 AM Lorient station | 1h44 | 12:38 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858268 | 12:42 PM Lorient station | 2h04 | 2:46 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
856630+ 858222 | 2:47 PM Lorient station | 2h57 | 5:44 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
856640+ 858224 | 4:37 PM Lorient station | 2h07 | 6:44 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
856650+ 858226 | 5:43 PM Lorient station | 2h03 | 7:46 PM Nantes station | 1 transfer | |
858272 | 6:35 PM Lorient station | 1h47 | 8:22 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858276 | 7:14 PM Lorient station | 2h03 | 9:17 PM Nantes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lorient to Nantes
Trains from Lorient to Nantes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lorient to Nantes trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lorient and Nantes from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
TER
BreizhGo
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lorient to Nantes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorient to Nantes by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lorient to Nantes
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Boulevard Cosmao Dumanoir
- Le Grenadin
- The Galway Inn
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Mercure Lorient Centre
- Hotel Escale Oceania Lorient
- Hotel Leopol
- Located in the main hall
- 280 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
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