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

The cheapest way to get from Lorient to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €19 and takes 4h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Lorient and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Lorient to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at La Rochelle via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lorient and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Lorient to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at La Rochelle via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Lorient to La Rochelle?

The distance between Lorient and La Rochelle is 367 km. The road distance is 300.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lorient to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs €45 - €250.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Lorient to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Lorient to La Rochelle is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs €45 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €100 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Lorient to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lorient to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lorient to La Rochelle?

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

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Lorient to La Rochelle?

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

Lorient to La Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lorient to La Rochelle 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 Lorient to NantesTer
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle591A / ...
4h 32m
€47–247
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lorient to Nantes761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to La RochelleFlixBus N1721 / ...
5h 20m
€16–98
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lorient to La Rochelle302.2 km
4h
€19
Drive 300.9 km
1. Drive from Lorient to La Rochelle300.9 km
3h 21m
€46–66

Lorient to La Rochelle by train

43Weekly Trains

4h 32mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lorient to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 367.1 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Lorient to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lorient to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 5h 20m.

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