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 €55 - €85.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

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 Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Caen to Lorient?

The distance between Caen and Lorient is 362 km. The road distance is 306.8 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 5h 43m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m 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 FlixBus, 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 which takes 6h 8m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Caen to Lorient bus arrive?

Caen to Lorient bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 Rennes 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, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Lorient?

There are 1436+ 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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Caen to Rennesbus 712 / ...
2. Take the train from Rennes to Lorienttrain Ter / ...
5h 43m
€45–98
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Caen to Lorientrideshare 306.4 km
4h 2m
€21
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Rennestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Rennes to Lorienttrain Ter / ...
6h 8m
€83–138
Train via Le Mans
1. Take the train from Caen to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Rennestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Rennes to Lorienttrain Ter
6h 9m
€92–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caen to Rennesbus 712 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Lorientbus N702 / ...
6h 25m
€28–66
Drive 306.8 km
1. Drive from Caen to Lorientcar 306.8 km
3h 49m
€58–84

Caen to Lorient by bus and train

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 362 km
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Caen to Lorient via Rennes in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen to Lorient via Rennes in around 6h 25m.

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