- Must visit
Musée départemental breton
Major museum of Breton art, history, and archaeology in the former bishops' palace; essential for understanding Quimper and Finistère.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 18
32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
36 m
Trains on Sep 18
13
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lorient to Quimper is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lorient to Quimper will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 13 trains from Lorient to Quimper, including 13 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 39 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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858253Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lorient to Quimper among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lorient to Quimper:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lorient to Quimper costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Quimper take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (39m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lorient to Quimper trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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856529 | On time 10:08 AM Gare de Gestel | 0h37 | 10:45 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
421339 | 12:30 PM Gare de Gestel | 1h25 | 1:55 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
856549 | 4:13 PM Gare de Gestel | 0h37 | 4:50 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
856705 | 4:51 PM Gare de Gestel | 0h37 | 5:28 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
856707 | 5:19 PM Gare de Gestel | 0h37 | 5:56 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
856709 | 6:29 PM Gare de Gestel | 0h40 | 7:09 PM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
856519 | 8:06 AM Lorient station | 0h44 | 8:50 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
856617 | 8:50 AM Lorient station | 0h39 | 9:29 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
858253 | 8:50 AM Lorient station | 0h39 | 9:29 AM Gare de Quimper | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lorient to Quimper run on average 14 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
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Discover the best of Quimper — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Quimper trip today.
Major museum of Breton art, history, and archaeology in the former bishops' palace; essential for understanding Quimper and Finistère.
Museum of fine arts with French, Italian, Flemish, and Breton collections; a strong cultural stop beside the cathedral.
Interactive museum on Quimper faience, showing ceramic history, workshops, and decorated pieces from the Locmaria district.
Quimper's medieval center of lanes, squares, and timber-framed houses; the best area for atmosphere, shopping, and heritage walks.
Historic district known for pottery, riverside charm, and artisan identity; ideal for a quieter walk beyond the main center.
Main pedestrian shopping street lined with historic façades, linking key squares and capturing everyday life in central Quimper.
Buckwheat galette from Brittany, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or seafood. It is a regional staple tied to Breton buckwheat farming and cider culture.
Thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. A classic Breton treat found in crêperies across Quimper.
Traditional Breton cake made with salted butter and sugar, baked in layers for a rich caramelized texture. It is one of Brittany's signature pastries.
Fine dining restaurant with a strong reputation for polished French cuisine, careful presentation and a more elegant dining experience.
Well-known traditional crêperie in Quimper serving Breton galettes and crêpes in a warm, classic setting.
Established seafood-focused restaurant known for fresh fish and shellfish with a refined yet relaxed atmosphere near central Quimper.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is affordable, and Quimper is usually cheaper than Paris or the Riviera.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just get small change.
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Gare de Quimper -> Place Saint-Corentin, Quimper
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorient to Quimper 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 Quimper, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lorient to Quimper trains use the Lorient to Quimper station pair. Use this guide to compare Lorient and Quimper train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lorient has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Grenadin, The Galway Inn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lorient. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lorient. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lorient: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lorient: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lorient: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lorient Centre, Hotel Escale Oceania Lorient, Hotel Leopol.
Quimper has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bar Iodé, La Table de Marie
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Quimper. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Quimper. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Quimper: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Quimper: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Quimper: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Quimper, Oceania Quimper, Hotel Escale Oceania Quimper.
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