How to travel from Vannes to Lorient

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Compare train and bus for Vannes to Lorient

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vannes to Lorient among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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€12

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€11

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1h 27m

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45m

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Compare ways to travel from Vannes to Lorient

Compare the available ways to get from Vannes to Lorient, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Vannes to Lorient is a bus with an average price of €4.

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

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vannes to Lorient costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Vannes to Lorient is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Lorient take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vannes and Lorient including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vannes to Lorient among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 12m sooner (33m by train vs 45m 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.

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.

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from Vannes to Lorient

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

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

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  • FlixBus
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  • BlaBlaCar Bus
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FAQs: Travel from Vannes 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 Vannes to Lorient.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vannes and Lorient including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Vannes to Lorient is a bus with an average price of €4.

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

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vannes to Lorient costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Vannes to Lorient is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Lorient take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 27m.

The distance from Vannes to Lorient is approximately 29 miles (47 km).
The average frequency per day from Vannes to Lorient is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vannes 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 Vannes to Lorient:
  • Trains mostly depart from Vannes station and arrive in Lorient station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vannes, Hôpital and arrive in Lorient, Rue Louis Yequel (SNCF Station).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port Tudy and arrive in Lorient.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vannes to Lorient, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Lorient by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar to go to Lorient by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vannes to Lorient with the following travel companies:
  • 14 direct trains per day with BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar.
Omio customers who travel from Vannes to Lorient often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Toulouse, Lyon, Rennes. 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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