What is the cheapest way to get from Lorient to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Lorient to Loire Valley is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lorient to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from Lorient to Loire Valley is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Lorient and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Lorient to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at Centre 1 - Montsoreau via Gare Routière et SNCF and Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Lorient to Loire Valley?

The distance between Lorient and Loire Valley is 333 km. The road distance is 305.4 km.

How do I travel from Lorient to Loire Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Lorient to Loire Valley without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €70 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Lorient to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Lorient to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lorient to Loire Valley bus from?

Lorient to Loire Valley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lorient station.

Train or bus from Lorient to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from Lorient to Loire Valley is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €70 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Lorient to Loire Valley bus arrive?

Lorient to Loire Valley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Angers station.

Can I drive from Lorient to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Lorient to Loire Valley is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Lorient to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 741+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

Lorient to Loire Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lorient to Loire Valley by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saumurtrain 121A / ...
4h 6m
€73–225
Drive 305.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lorient to Loire Valleycar 305.4 km
3h 36m
€47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lorient to Angersbus N724
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzacbus 404 / ...
7h 55m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lorient to Angers St Laudtrain Tgv
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzacbus 404 / ...
6h 39m

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Map of how to get from Lorient to Loire Valley.

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Distance: 332.6 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Lorient, France and Loire Valley, France?

You can take a train from Lorient to Loire Valley via Nantes and Saumur in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lorient to Loire Valley via Gare Routière et SNCF, Gare routière Balzac, Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR, and Centre 1 - Montsoreau in around 7h 55m.

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