How to travel from Brest to Lorient

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Compare train and bus for Brest to Lorient

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brest to Lorient among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, while a train costs an average of $40.

Distance: 68 miles (110 km)

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$6

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$452

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2h 18m

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1h 48m

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2h 53m

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2h 23m

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1h 34m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Brest to Lorient is a bus with an average price of $7.

This is compared to other travel options from Brest to Lorient:

A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brest to Lorient costing on average $40.

The fastest way to travel from Brest to Lorient is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Lorient take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brest and Lorient including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brest to Lorient among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $40 compared to roughly $452 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $412. The journey takes 2h 23m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Brest to Lorient

How to get from Brest to Lorient by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Brest to Lorient is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50053
    8:20 PM1h45
    Brest, Gare routière
    10:05 PMLorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50053
    8:20 PM1h45
    Brest, Gare routière
    10:05 PMLorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50053
    8:20 PM1h45
    Brest, Gare routière
    10:05 PMLorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 PM2h05
    Brest, Gare routière
    10:55 PMLorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:40 PM2h00
    Brest, Gare routière
    5:40 PMLorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Brest to Lorient

Travel to Lorient easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brest to Lorient.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brest and Lorient including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Brest to Lorient is a bus with an average price of $7.

This is compared to other travel options from Brest to Lorient:

A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brest to Lorient costing on average $40.

The fastest way to travel from Brest to Lorient is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Lorient take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 53m.

The distance from Brest to Lorient is approximately 68 miles (110 km).
The average frequency per day from Brest to Lorient is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brest and Lorient as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brest to Lorient:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brest station and arrive in Lorient station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Brest, Gare routière and arrive in Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Lorient and arrive in Port Tudy.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brest to Lorient, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar to go to Lorient by bus.
  • Travel with BreizhGo, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Lorient by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brest to Lorient with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Brest to Lorient often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Rennes, Lyon, Toulouse. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lorient and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lorient to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Lorient is ideal, allowing time to explore its maritime heritage, visit the Cité de la Voile Éric Tabarly, and enjoy local cuisine and nearby beaches.

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