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Galerie de l'Apocalypse
Museum inside the château showing the Apocalypse Tapestry and other historic works. Essential for medieval art and local history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 12 m
Trains on 18 Sept
12
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lorient to Angers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lorient to Angers will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Lorient to Angers you need to make at least one change.
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857771Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lorient to Angers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 213 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lorient to Angers:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lorient to Angers costing on average £44.
Other travel options to Angers take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 33m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lorient to Angers trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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856612+ 857763 | 8:16 Lorient station | 4h15 | 12:31 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
858254+ 421254+ 5306 | 9:16 Lorient station | 4h07 | 13:23 Angers Saint-Laud | 2 changes | |
8710 · 5280+ 857315 | 9:51 Lorient station | 4h03 | 13:54 Angers Saint-Laud | 2 changes | |
8710+ 857765 | 9:51 Lorient station | 4h37 | 14:28 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
858268+ 12472 | 12:42 Lorient station | 2h59 | 15:41 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
8722+ 857773 | 13:53 Lorient station | 4h40 | 18:33 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
8722 · 5460+ 857443 | 13:53 Lorient station | 4h13 | 18:06 Angers Maître École | 2 changes | |
856640+ 858224+ 8884 | 16:37 Lorient station | 3h11 | 19:48 Angers Saint-Laud | 2 changes | |
856640+ 857777 | 16:37 Lorient station | 3h58 | 20:35 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
8736 · 8827 | 17:55 Lorient station | 5h19 | 23:14 Angers Saint-Laud | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lorient to Angers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 6:28 |
Last train 20:49 |
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Discover the best of Angers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Angers trip today.
Museum inside the château showing the Apocalypse Tapestry and other historic works. Essential for medieval art and local history.
Fine arts museum in a historic complex, with paintings, sculpture and exhibitions tracing Angers from antiquity to the present.
Museum devoted to sculptor David d'Angers, set in a converted abbey church and filled with dramatic plaster models and monuments.
Main square framed by elegant buildings, fountains and terraces. A central meeting point and a practical base for exploring Angers on foot.
Historic square near the cathedral, admired for timbered houses, café-lined edges and one of the most atmospheric corners of old Angers.
Broad riverside promenade and green park on the Maine, popular for walks, picnics and open views back towards the city.
Rillauds d’Anjou are pork belly or breast cubes slowly confit until tender and browned. They are a classic Anjou charcuterie, often eaten warm or cold with local wine.
Quernons d’Ardoise are blue-grey chocolate sweets with nougatine and almond, created in Angers. Their slate-like look nods to the region’s historic roofing stone.
Pâté aux prunes is a traditional Anjou tart made with plums baked in pastry. It balances fruit acidity and sweetness and is strongly associated with local home baking.
Contemporary dining in a refined setting, known for careful seasonal cooking and polished presentation near the historic centre.
Upscale restaurant in a grand historic setting, focused on refined French cuisine and an extensive wine experience.
Casual crêperie popular for galettes, crêpes and cider. A dependable informal stop in the city centre.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Angers Saint-Laud -> Place du Ralliement, Angers
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorient to Angers 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 Angers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lorient to Angers trains use the Lorient to Angers Saint-Laud station pair, with some services arriving at Angers Maître École. Use this guide to compare Lorient and Angers 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.
Angers Saint-Laud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Ker Juliet, Selecta, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are an ATM machine is located outside the station near the post office and another ATM under the wooden staircase in front of the sales area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:30, Sat: 10:00 - 17:30, Sun: 13:00 - 18:30.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Saint-Laud: The station is fully accessible, including staff assistance, step-free access throughout the station and magnetic induction loop for people with hearing impairments.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Champagne, Citotel Univers, Grand Hotel de la Gare Angers.
Angers Maître École is 1 km from Angers city centre. Public transport options include:
Angers Maître École has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Angers Maître École.
Wi-Fi is available at Angers Maître École. ATMs are available at Angers Maître École.
Available at Angers Maître École: Parking.
Available at Angers Maître École: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Maître École.
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