What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Lorient?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Lorient is to bus which costs €17 - €24 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Lorient?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Lorient is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Lorient?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Lorient. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Lorient via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Lorient?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Lorient. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Lorient via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Lorient?

The distance between La Rochelle and Lorient is 367 km. The road distance is 301.1 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Lorient without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Lorient without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €40 - €100.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Lorient?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from La Rochelle to Lorient, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Lorient bus from?

La Rochelle to Lorient bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Lorient train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Lorient?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Lorient is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €40 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €24 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Lorient bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Lorient bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nantes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Lorient train arrive?

La Rochelle to Lorient train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Lorient?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Lorient is 301 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from La Rochelle to Lorient.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Lorient?

Book your La Rochelle to Lorient train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Lorient?

Book your La Rochelle to Lorient bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lorient?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Lorient.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Lorient?

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

La Rochelle to Lorient - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Lorient by train (TGV), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to LorientTer
4h 47m
€44–95
Bus via Nantes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Nantes - Haluchère-BatignollesBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Lorient1704 / ...
5h 30m
€16–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to NantesFlixBus N1136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to LorientN1702 / ...
5h 25m
€17–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Lorient301.9 km
4h 2m
€20
Drive 301.1 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Lorient301.1 km
3h 21m
€46–67

La Rochelle to Lorient by train

38Weekly Trains

4h 47mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Lorient.

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Distance: 367 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Lorient, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Lorient via Nantes in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Lorient via Nantes in around 5h 25m.

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