The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Lorient
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lorient is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lorient will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 6 trains that leave Nantes for Lorient on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
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Compare train and bus for Nantes to Lorient
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lorient 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 2h 26m. 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 |
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€33 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m 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
Nantes to Lorient train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lorient trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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858257 | On time 11:59 AM Nantes station | 1h44 | 1:43 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858217+ 856649 | On time 12:14 PM Nantes station | 2h58 | 3:12 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858217+ 856135+ 8719 | On time 12:14 PM Nantes station | 2h43 | 2:57 PM Lorient station | 2 transfers | |
858356+ 856655 | On time 1:05 PM Nantes station | 3h38 | 4:43 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858273 | On time 3:48 PM Nantes station | 2h00 | 5:48 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858225+ 856153 · 856469 | On time 4:14 PM Nantes station | 2h28 | 6:42 PM Lorient station | 2 transfers | |
858289 | On time 4:57 PM Nantes station | 1h49 | 6:46 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858227+ 856677 | On time 5:14 PM Nantes station | 1h59 | 7:13 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858229+ 856173+ 8747 | On time 6:14 PM Nantes station | 2h41 | 8:55 PM Lorient station | 2 transfers | |
858231+ 8751 | On time 7:19 PM Nantes station | 2h42 | 10:01 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858259 | On time 8:24 AM Nantes station | 1h59 | 10:23 AM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858215+ 856131+ 8717 | On time 11:26 AM Nantes station | 2h34 | 2:00 PM Lorient station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Lorient
Trains from Nantes to Lorient run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. 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 20:19. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 20:19 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, TGV INOUI, BreizhGo, TER BreizhGo from Nantes to Lorient trainsSNCF TER, TER, TGV INOUI, BreizhGo, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Nantes and Lorient from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Lorient
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Lorient 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 Lorient, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Lorient
- 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
- 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
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