How to travel from Lorient to Lyon

There are 2 options to travel between Lorient and Lyon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Lorient to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €83.

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

A bus is €69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lorient to Lyon costing on average €151.

The fastest way to travel from Lorient to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 5h 49m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 48m.

The distance from Lorient to Lyon is approximately 412 miles (664 km).

The average frequency per day from Lorient to Lyon is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lorient and Lyon 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 Lorient to Lyon:

• Buses mostly depart from Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station) and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
• Trains mostly depart from Lorient station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lorient to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lorient to Lyon:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Lorient to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.

For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.