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

The cheapest way to get from Lorient to Caen is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lorient to Caen is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Lorient and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Lorient to Caen. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at Caen via Pontivy and Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Lorient and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Lorient to Caen. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at Caen via Rennes and Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Lorient to Caen?

The distance between Lorient and Caen is 367 km. The road distance is 306.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lorient to Caen without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 14m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Lorient to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lorient to Caen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lorient to Caen train from?

Lorient to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lorient station.

Train or bus from Lorient to Caen?

The best way to get from Lorient to Caen is to train via Le Mans which takes 5h 22m and costs €85 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €90 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Lorient to Caen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lorient to Caen train arrive?

Lorient to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Rennes station.

Can I drive from Lorient to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lorient to Caen is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Lorient to Caen.

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

Book your Lorient to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 3065+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Lorient to Caen?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Lorient to Caen by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lorient to Rennestrain Tgv
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Caenbus Autocar
5h 14m
€43–107
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lorient to Caenrideshare 307 km
4h 2m
€20
Train via Le Mans
1. Take the train from Lorient to Rennestrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Rennes to Le Manstrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Le Mans to Caentrain Ter
5h 22m
€85–182
Train
1. Take the train from Lorient to Rennestrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Rennes to Caentrain Ter
5h 47m
€75–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lorient to Pontivybus
2. Take the bus from Pontivy to Rennesbus
3. Take the bus from Rennes to Caenbus
7h 16m
€42–86
Drive 306.9 km
1. Drive from Lorient to Caencar 306.9 km
3h 50m
€49–70

Lorient to Caen by train and bus

49Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 366.6 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Lorient to Caen via Rennes and Le Mans in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lorient to Caen via Pontivy and Rennes in around 7h 16m.

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