- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rennes
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lorient to Rennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lorient to Rennes will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 3 buses that leave Lorient for Rennes on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
50053
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
50053Buses from Lorient to Rennes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:16PM | Duration 3h41 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
The table below shows live departures for Lorient to Rennes buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station) | 1h55 | 9:45 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50053 | 10:10 PM Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station) | 2h55 | 1:05 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station) | 2h30 | 1:30 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Rennes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rennes trip today.
Rennes' main fine arts museum with paintings, archaeology, and antiquities from major European schools in a central historic setting.
Science museum known for Brittany collections, natural history, and the famous Crocodile and sundial. Great for families and curious visitors.
Interactive space inside Les Champs Libres covering science, society, and local heritage through changing displays and educational exhibits.
Rennes' best-known park with French gardens, aviary, rose beds, and shaded walks. Ideal for a relaxing break near the center.
Main square of the historic center, lined with half-timbered houses and lively terraces. A perfect starting point for exploring old Rennes.
Elegant royal square with a statue of Louis XIV and harmonious classical façades. One of Rennes' defining urban spaces.
A Breton buckwheat savoury crêpe, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or local sausage. It is a staple of Rennes crêperies and everyday Breton food culture.
A thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. It is one of Brittany’s best-known sweet traditions and widely enjoyed in Rennes.
A rustic Breton pork sausage, often grilled and served in bread or with galettes. It is closely tied to Rennes market culture, especially around Place des Lices.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with Breton products, served in an elegant fine dining setting with strong local reputation.
Established Rennes crêperie known for refined Breton galettes and quality cider in a polished but welcoming setting near the historic centre.
Well-known casual crêperie serving traditional galettes, sweet crêpes and Breton cider in a friendly setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many central sights are low cost or free.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis may be rounded up.
Official public transport app
Rennes Gare Routière -> République, Rennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorient to Rennes by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lorient to Rennes buses use the Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station) to Rennes, Gare Routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Lorient and Rennes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rennes, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rennes, Gare Routière.
Available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rennes, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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