The average train between Lorient and Challans takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Lorient to Challans. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Lorient and Challans. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lorient is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Challans at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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15h 37m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Lorient to Challans? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lorient to Challans. However, there are services departing from Lorient station and arriving at Challans station via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Lorient to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lorient station.
Lorient to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Challans station.
Book your Lorient to Challans train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Lorient and Challans is 150.8 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Lorient to Challans via Nantes in around 3h 42m.