The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Lorient
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lorient is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lorient will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 13 trains that leave Nantes for Lorient every day 5 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 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
858229+
873919:142h48Nantes station22:02Lorient station£301One-way1 change
8751+
85823120:192h42Nantes station23:01Lorient station£301One-way1 change
85827316:482h00Nantes station18:48Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
85828917:571h49Nantes station19:46Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
85825712:591h44Nantes station14:43Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
85825712:591h44Nantes station14:43Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
85828917:571h49Nantes station19:46Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
85826311:181h59Nantes station13:17Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
85827316:482h00Nantes station18:48Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
8582536:422h03Nantes station8:45Lorient station£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nantes to Lorient
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lorient 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 13m. 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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£30 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Lorient train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lorient trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858253 | 6:42 Nantes station | 2h03 | 8:45 Lorient station | 0 changesdirect | |
858308+ 8703 | 7:05 Nantes station | 3h52 | 10:57 Lorient station | 1 change | |
858205+ 856619 | 7:14 Nantes station | 3h58 | 11:12 Lorient station | 1 change | |
858205+ 8703+ 856610 | 7:14 Nantes station | 3h43 | 10:57 Lorient station | 2 changes | |
858263 | 11:18 Nantes station | 1h59 | 13:17 Lorient station | 0 changesdirect | |
858257 | 12:59 Nantes station | 1h44 | 14:43 Lorient station | 0 changesdirect | |
858356+ 856655 | 14:05 Nantes station | 3h38 | 17:43 Lorient station | 1 change | |
858273 | 16:48 Nantes station | 2h00 | 18:48 Lorient station | 0 changesdirect | |
858225+ 856469 · 856153 | 17:14 Nantes station | 2h28 | 19:42 Lorient station | 2 changes | |
858289 | 17:57 Nantes station | 1h49 | 19:46 Lorient station | 0 changesdirect | |
858227+ 8731+ 856159 | 18:14 Nantes station | 2h38 | 20:52 Lorient station | 2 changes | |
858229+ 8739 | 19:14 Nantes station | 2h48 | 22:02 Lorient station | 1 change | |
858231+ 8751 | 20:19 Nantes station | 2h42 | 23:01 Lorient station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Lorient
Trains from Nantes to Lorient run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. 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 21:06. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 21:06 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Lorient trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, BreizhGo, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Lorient from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
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TER
BreizhGo
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Nantes to Lorient train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Lorient 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 Lorient, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Lorient
Most Nantes to Lorient trains use the Gare de Nantes to Lorient station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Lorient train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do trains to Lorient leave from?
Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre
Gare de Nantes train station facilities and services
Gare de Nantes 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Getting to Haluchère-Batignolles from Nantes city centre
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles train station facilities and services
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Getting to Chantenay from Nantes city centre
Chantenay is 3 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Chantenay train station facilities and services
Chantenay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chantenay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chantenay.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chantenay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chantenay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chantenay.
Which Lorient station do trains from Nantes arrive at?
Getting to Lorient from Lorient city centre
Lorient 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Grenadin, The Galway Inn
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lorient. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lorient. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lorient: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lorient: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lorient: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lorient Centre, Hotel Escale Oceania Lorient, Hotel Leopol.
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