What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €75 - €160 and takes 16h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 7h 25m and costs €100 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Alicante and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Estació d'Autobusos de València. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at La Rochelle via Madrid Chamartín, Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 46m.

How far is it from Alicante to La Rochelle?

The distance between Alicante and La Rochelle is 1192 km. The road distance is 1081.5 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 16h 44m and costs €75 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Alicante to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Alicante to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to La Rochelle bus from?

Alicante to La Rochelle bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Alicante station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to La Rochelle train from?

Alicante to La Rochelle train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Alicante to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Alicante to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 16h 44m and costs €75 - €160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €410 and takes 16h 46m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €300 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Alicante to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Alicante to La Rochelle bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estació d'Autobusos de València station.

Where does the Alicante to La Rochelle train arrive?

Alicante to La Rochelle train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Alicante to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to La Rochelle is 1081 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Alicante to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to La Rochelle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alicante to La Rochelle?

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 1999+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Alicante to La Rochelle - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Alicante to La Rochelle by plane, train, bus, train (Renfe, Ouigo, TGV), 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.

Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane ALC - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
7h 32m
€84–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa - 710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
16h 44m
€76–156
Train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
4. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain Ter
16h 46m
€177–408
Drive 1,081.5 km
1. Drive from Alicante to La Rochellecar 1,081.5 km
11h 37m
€170–245
Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane ALC - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
8h 10m
€88–242
Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane ALC - LRH
7h 25m
€102–294
Train to Valencia Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Estació del Nordtrain
2. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane VLC - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
9h 23m
€96–300
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa - 710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Valencia to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136
19h 5m
€91–166

Alicante to La Rochelle by bus

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16h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,191.6 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a bus from Alicante to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Estació d'Autobusos de València in around 16h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to La Rochelle via Madrid Chamartín, San Sebastian/Donostia, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 16h 46m.

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