The cheapest and fastest trains from Lorient to Nantes
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lorient to Nantes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lorient to Nantes will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 7 trains that leave Lorient for Nantes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 m 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.
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Compare coach and train for Lorient to Nantes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lorient to Nantes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lorient to Nantes train times
The table below shows live departures for Lorient to Nantes trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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858268 | On time 11:42 Lorient station | 2h04 | 13:46 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
856630+ 858222 | On time 13:47 Lorient station | 2h57 | 16:44 Nantes station | 1 change | |
856640+ 858224 | On time 15:37 Lorient station | 2h07 | 17:44 Nantes station | 1 change | |
856650+ 858226 | On time 16:43 Lorient station | 2h03 | 18:46 Nantes station | 1 change | |
858272 | On time 17:35 Lorient station | 1h47 | 19:22 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
858276 | On time 18:14 Lorient station | 2h03 | 20:17 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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858286 | On time 08:27 Lorient station | 1h38 | 10:05 Nantes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lorient to Nantes by coach or train
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Why should you book Lorient to Nantes trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER, BreizhGo, TGV INOUI or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Lorient to Nantes.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TER, BreizhGo, TGV INOUI or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Lorient to Nantes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lorient to Nantes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lorient to Nantes
Trains from Lorient to Nantes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, BreizhGo, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Lorient to Nantes trainsSNCF TER, TER, BreizhGo, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Lorient and Nantes from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lorient to Nantes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorient to Nantes 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 Nantes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lorient and Nantes
- 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
- 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
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