The average train between Bilbao and La Rochelle takes 11h 35m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Bilbao to La Rochelle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bilbao and La Rochelle. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bilbao is at 7:58 PM which arrives into La Rochelle at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Amara-Donostia and take an average of 11h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bilbao to La Rochelle? 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 train from Bilbao to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Bilbao station and arriving at La Rochelle station via Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.
Bilbao to La Rochelle train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
Bilbao to La Rochelle train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at La Rochelle Ville station.
The distance between Bilbao and La Rochelle is 351.6 km. The road distance is 553 km.
You can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to La Rochelle Ville via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 10h 18m.