The average bus between La Rochelle and Saintes takes 2h 6m and the fastest bus takes 1h 47m. The bus service runs several times per day from La Rochelle to Saintes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between La Rochelle and Saintes. The earliest departure is at 9:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from La Rochelle is at 12:39 PM which arrives into Saintes at 3:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Gare SNCF and take an average of 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from La Rochelle to Saintes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Saintes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville station and arriving at Saintes station via Saintes station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.
La Rochelle to Saintes bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.
La Rochelle to Saintes bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Saintes station.
Book your La Rochelle to Saintes bus tickets online with Omio.
The distance between La Rochelle and Saintes is 61.1 km. The road distance is 72 km.
SNCF Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle Ville to Saintes 3 times a day. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 2m.
