Does the Interceltique Festival affect the journey?

The festival (first half of August) creates heavy congestion around Lorient. The journey may take 15-25 min longer. Book your taxi well in advance.

Can I get to the island of Groix by taxi?

The taxi drops you at Lorient port (ferry terminal) where ferries to Groix depart (Compagnie Océane, 45 min crossing).

Is the Rennes — Lorient route toll-free?

Yes, the entire route uses toll-free Breton expressways (N24, N165). No tolls.

Can I visit Lorient and Vannes in one day?

Yes, Lorient and Vannes are 60 km apart (45 min). With our hourly hire option, your driver handles transfers between both cities.

150 km · 90 min

Taxi Rennes → Lorient

Your Rennes → Lorient transfer at €180 — €220. 150 km via the N24.

150 km90 minFrom 180 — 220 €

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Distance

150 km

Duration

1h30

Estimated price

180 — 220 €

Availability

24/7

Lorient is a maritime city deeply shaped by its history: founded in 1666 by the French East India Company (hence its name, 'The Orient'), 90% destroyed by Allied bombing during World War II to neutralise the German submarine base, then rebuilt in a 1950s modernist style. Today, Lorient La Base, the former submarine pens with their monumental bunkers, has become a major cultural and nautical hub: the Cité de la Voile Éric Tabarly (interactive sailing museum), the Flore-S645 submarine (open to visitors), the offshore racing centre (Banque Populaire, Malizia). Lorient is also the world capital of Celtic culture thanks to the Interceltique Festival (August), which brings together 700,000 festival-goers over 10 days — music, dance and street performances from all Celtic nations. The Lorient roadstead, with the island of Groix opposite (45 min crossing), offers an exceptional maritime setting. Taxis from Rennes are particularly in demand during the Interceltique Festival and among sailing enthusiasts visiting La Base.

Route

Route Rennes → Lorient

Your driver takes the N24 from Rennes towards Lorient. The expressway crosses the Forest of Brocéliande (Paimpont), then Ploërmel, before joining the N165 (Nantes — Brest route) near Baud. The N165 then follows the Blavet valley, a canalised river bordered by locks and towpaths, before reaching Lorient from the north. The landscape is typically inland Breton: oak forests, gorse heathland, granite villages. Entering Lorient reveals a rebuilt city with wide straight avenues and 1950s-60s modernist architecture. Your driver drops you in the city centre, at Keroman fishing port, or at Lorient La Base depending on your destination. The journey takes 1h30 normally and can reach 1h55 on Interceltique Festival days (August).

Main route: N24 puis N165 — Gratuit (voies express bretonnes)

Points of interest along the way

N24

Lorient La Base

Cité de la Voile

Sous-marins

Practical tips

Our tips for Rennes → Lorient

Tips & best practices

Specific tips for the Rennes → Lorient route

If visiting Lorient La Base, allow at least 3h: the Cité de la Voile Éric Tabarly (€12, interactive and fascinating), the Flore-S645 submarine (€8, 45-min guided tour inside a real submarine), and the Davis Tower (panorama over the roadstead). Keroman fishing port is France's second-largest: the fish auction (guided morning visit, book ahead) and fish market are exceptional. The Interceltique Festival (first half of August) is a unique global event: the night concerts at Moustoir stadium, the Great Parade of Celtic Nations and the fest-noz (Breton ceilidhs) are the highlights. Book accommodation very early (6 months ahead). The island of Groix (Compagnie Océane, €14, 45 min) is a perfect day trip: red sand beaches, coastal path, colourful Port-Tudy harbour.

Tolls: Gratuit (voies express bretonnes)

Pricing

Taxi fare Rennes → Lorient

All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.

Day rate

Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm

180 — 220 €

Night rate

7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge

207 — 253 €

Sunday & holidays

All day, 10% surcharge

198 — 242 €

* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.

Transport comparison

How to get from Rennes to Lorient?

Taxi vs alternatives

Detailed comparison of transport options

The TER Rennes — Lorient costs about €28 and takes 1h30 to 2h (via Redon or Vannes depending on the train). Frequency is decent (roughly one train per hour). Lorient station is in the city centre. The BreizhGo bus links Rennes to Lorient for €12 in 2h30. Carpooling offers rides from €10. The TaxiNeo taxi at €180 — €220 is the ideal door-to-door solution, especially during the Interceltique Festival when trains are packed. For 3-4 passengers (€45-73 per person), the taxi offers incomparable comfort.

Sedan (1-4 passengers)

180 — 220 €

Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises

Van (5-7 passengers)

280 €

Ideal for families and groups

Villes desservies

Taxi Rennes Taxi Lorient