What is the cheapest way to get from Caen to Lorient?

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Lorient is to rideshare which costs €21 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caen to Lorient?

The fastest way to get from Caen to Lorient is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and Lorient?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen to Lorient. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Lorient via Rennes and Pontivy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Lorient?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Lorient. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Lorient via Le Mans and Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Caen to Lorient?

The distance between Caen and Lorient is 364 km. The road distance is 306.7 km.

How do I travel from Caen to Lorient without a car?

The best way to get from Caen to Lorient without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs €40 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Caen to Lorient?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Caen to Lorient, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Lorient bus from?

Caen to Lorient bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Caen station.

Where do I catch the Caen to Lorient train from?

Caen to Lorient train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Caen station.

Train or bus from Caen to Lorient?

The best way to get from Caen to Lorient is to train via Le Mans which takes 4h 42m and costs €85 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €90 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Caen to Lorient bus arrive?

Caen to Lorient bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Rennes station.

Where does the Caen to Lorient train arrive?

Caen to Lorient train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Le Mans station.

Can I drive from Caen to Lorient?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Lorient is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Caen to Lorient.

How do I get a train ticket from Caen to Lorient?

Book your Caen to Lorient train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Caen to Lorient?

Book your Caen to Lorient bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lorient?

There are 1789+ hotels available in Lorient.

Can I share a ride from Caen to Lorient?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Caen and Lorient. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Caen to Lorient - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Caen to Lorient by bus, train, train (TGV), rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Caen to Rennesbus Autocar
2. Take the train from Rennes to Lorienttrain Tgv
4h 32m
€44–108
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Caen to Lorientrideshare 306.4 km
4h 2m
€21
Train via Le Mans
1. Take the train from Caen to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Rennestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Rennes to Lorienttrain Tgv
4h 42m
€85–180
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Rennestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Rennes to Lorienttrain Tgv
5h 7m
€77–158
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caen to Rennesbus
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Pontivybus
3. Take the bus from Pontivy to Lorientbus
6h 41m
€44–86
Drive 306.7 km
1. Drive from Caen to Lorientcar 306.7 km
3h 49m
€49–70

Caen to Lorient by bus and train

49Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 364.1 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Lorient, France?

You can take a train from Caen to Lorient via Le Mans and Rennes in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen to Lorient via Rennes and Pontivy in around 6h 41m.

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