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

The cheapest way to get from Lorient to Poitiers is to rideshare which costs €21 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lorient to Poitiers is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Lorient and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct bus from Lorient to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at Viaduc Léon Blum via Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Lorient and Poitiers?

No, there is no direct train from Lorient to Poitiers. However, there are services departing from Lorient and arriving at Poitiers via Nantes and St Pierre Des Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Lorient to Poitiers?

The distance between Lorient and Poitiers is 485 km. The road distance is 347.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lorient to Poitiers without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs €75 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Lorient to Poitiers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lorient to Poitiers bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lorient to Poitiers train from?

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

Train or bus from Lorient to Poitiers?

The best way to get from Lorient to Poitiers is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs €75 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €70 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Lorient to Poitiers bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lorient to Poitiers train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lorient to Poitiers?

Yes, the driving distance between Lorient to Poitiers is 348 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Lorient to Poitiers.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Poitiers?

There are 856+ hotels available in Poitiers.

Can I share a ride from Lorient to Poitiers?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lorient to Poitiers by train (TGV), train, 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 Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Poitierstrain Tgv
6h 5m
€79–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lorient to Nantesbus N1702 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gare routière to Viaduc Léon Blumbus 07
6h 40m
€14–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lorient to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Gare routière to Viaduc Léon Blumbus 07
6h 7m
€34–111
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lorient to Poitiersrideshare 347.2 km
4h 40m
€21
Drive 347.8 km
1. Drive from Lorient to Poitierscar 347.8 km
4h 7m
€54–78

Lorient to Poitiers by train

39Weekly Trains

6h 5mAverage Duration

€79Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lorient to Poitiers.

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Distance: 485.1 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Lorient to Poitiers via Nantes and St Pierre Des Corps in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lorient to Viaduc Léon Blum via Nantes and Gare routière in around 6h 40m.

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