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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lorient to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, while a train costs an average of £133.
Distance: 664 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£73 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £182 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Lorient to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Lorient to Lyon:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lorient to Lyon costing on average £133.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 48m.
Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £182 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £110. The journey takes 13h 18m versus 8h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Lyon from Lorient by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Lorient to Lyon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Lyon are Grenoble, Paris, Avignon, Saint-Étienne and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Lyon on Omio.
Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Travel to Lyon 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 Lorient to Lyon.
This is compared to other travel options from Lorient to Lyon:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lorient to Lyon costing on average £133.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 48m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lorient and Lyon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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