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

The cheapest way to get from Archiac to La Rochelle is to line 163 bus and train which costs €18 - €40 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Archiac to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Archiac and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Archiac to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from ARCHIAC - Route de Barbzx N°4 and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Cognac and Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Archiac to La Rochelle?

The distance between Archiac and La Rochelle is 128 km. The road distance is 116 km.

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

The best way to get from Archiac to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €18 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Archiac to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Archiac to La Rochelle bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Cognac station.

Train or bus from Archiac to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Archiac to La Rochelle is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €18 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Archiac to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Archiac to La Rochelle bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Saintes station.

Can I drive from Archiac to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Archiac to La Rochelle is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Archiac to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2738+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Archiac to La Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 163 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Archiac to La Rochelle by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cognac to La Rochelle.Porte Dauphinetrain Ter
2h 55m
€18–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cognac to Saintesbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Saintes to La Rochelle Villebus Autocar
4h 36m
€20–30
Drive 116 km
1. Drive from Archiac to La Rochellecar 116 km
1h 24m
€18–26
Line 163 bus, train
1. Take the bus from ARCHIAC - Route de Barbzx N°4 to Cognac-Gare Sncfbus 163
2. Take the train from Saintes to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter / ...
3h 35m
€18–38

Archiac to La Rochelle by bus and train

10Weekly Services

2h 55mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Archiac to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 128.3 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Archiac, France and La Rochelle, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Cognac to La Rochelle.Porte Dauphine once daily. Tickets cost €16–40 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from ARCHIAC - Route de Barbzx N°4 to La Rochelle Ville via Cognac-Gare Sncf, Cognac, and Saintes in around 4h 36m.

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