What is the travel distance from Lorient to Tours?

The distance separating Lorient and Tours is 191 miles (307 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lorient to Tours?

The majority of buses traveling from Lorient to Tours start their journey at Lorient – Lanester and wind up at Tours Peupliers. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Tours?

Once in Tours, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Riverside walks, Hôtel Goüin / Musée Archéologique, Cathedral St Gatien, Musée du Compagnonnage and Place Plumereau.

Bus Lorient to Tours from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lorient to Tours on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:10pm	Lorient	12h 5m	10:15am	Gare Routière de Vaucanson (Tours)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:45pm	Lorient – Lanester	11h 55m	12:40am	Gare Routière de Vaucanson (Tours)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:24 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lorient to Tours

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Tours. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

191 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $165	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $37	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lorient and Tours?

Stops in Lorient

A
Lorient – Lanester
Rue Général de Bollardière, 56600 Lanester, France
Visit page
B
Gare d’échange de l’Orientis - Lorient
Gare d’échange de l’Orientis, 9-11 cours de Chazelle, 56100 Lorient, France

Stops in Tours

A
Tours Peupliers
166 Rue Édouard Vaillant, 37000 Tours, France
Visit page
B
Tours - Edouard Vaillant
174 Rue Édouard Vaillant, 37000 Tours, France
C
Parking des Peupliers - Arrêt de bus
76 Rue Bernard Palissy, 37000 Tours
D
Tours Halte SNCF
Tours,, France

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lorient to Tours by bus

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The cheapest trip from Lorient to Tours was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lorient to Tours, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $45 to $83 for a bus ticket from Lorient to Tours based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-11-30.