The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes station to Lorient station
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes station to Lorient station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes station to Lorient station will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 11 trains that leave Nantes station for Lorient station on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
858227+
8566776:14 PM1h59Nantes station8:13 PMLorient station$441One-way1 transfer
8582895:57 PM1h49Nantes station7:46 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
858217+
8566491:14 PM2h58Nantes station4:12 PMLorient station$441One-way1 transfer
8582734:48 PM2h00Nantes station6:48 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
85825712:59 PM1h44Nantes station2:43 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
85825712:59 PM1h44Nantes station2:43 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
8582895:57 PM1h49Nantes station7:46 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
858227+
8566776:14 PM1h59Nantes station8:13 PMLorient station$441One-way1 transfer
85826311:18 AM1h59Nantes station1:17 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
8582734:48 PM2h00Nantes station6:48 PMLorient station$441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Nantes station to Lorient station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes station to Lorient station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes station to Lorient station:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes station to Lorient station costing on average $42 (€33).
Other travel options to Lorient station take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 44m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 51m by train vs 1h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $42 (€33) compared to roughly $35 (€28) 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 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.
Live departures
Nantes station to Lorient station train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes station to Lorient station trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858231+ 8751 | On time 8:19 PM Nantes station | 2h42 | 11:01 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
858322+ 8707 | 8:05 AM Nantes station | 3h57 | 12:02 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858263 | 11:18 AM Nantes station | 1h59 | 1:17 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858257 | 12:59 PM Nantes station | 1h44 | 2:43 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858217+ 856649 | 1:14 PM Nantes station | 2h58 | 4:12 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858217+ 856135+ 8719 | 1:14 PM Nantes station | 2h43 | 3:57 PM Lorient station | 2 transfers | |
858356+ 856655 | 2:05 PM Nantes station | 3h38 | 5:43 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858273 | 4:48 PM Nantes station | 2h00 | 6:48 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858289 | 5:57 PM Nantes station | 1h49 | 7:46 PM Lorient station | 0 transfersDirect | |
858227+ 856677 | 6:14 PM Nantes station | 1h59 | 8:13 PM Lorient station | 1 transfer | |
858229+ 856173+ 8747 | 7:14 PM Nantes station | 2h41 | 9:55 PM Lorient station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes station to Lorient station
Trains from Nantes station to Lorient station run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:24, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 8:24 AM |
Last train 7:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes station to Lorient station trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes station and Lorient station from $6 (€5). 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
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes station to Lorient station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes station to Lorient station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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



