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

The cheapest way to get from Arles to La Rochelle is to bus via Toulouse which costs €45 - €90 and takes 12h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arles to La Rochelle is to train and fly which takes 3h 57m and costs €95 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Arles and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Arles to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from ARLES - Clémenceau and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Quatrefages and Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Arles and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Arles to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Arles and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Arles to La Rochelle?

The distance between Arles and La Rochelle is 661 km. The road distance is 733.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Arles to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 8h 57m and costs €110 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Arles to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Arles to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station.

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

Arles to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Arles station.

Train or bus from Arles to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Arles to La Rochelle is to train which takes 8h 57m and costs €110 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €90 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Arles to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Arles to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Arles to La Rochelle train arrive?

Arles to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Arles to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Arles to La Rochelle is 734 km. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Arles to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Arles to La Rochelle - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Arles to La Rochelle by train, plane, 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 to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Take the train from Arles to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane MRS - LRH
3h 57m
€99–383
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 13m
€48–88
Train
1. Take the train from Arles to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
8h 57m
€114–283
Drive 733.7 km
1. Drive from Arles to La Rochellecar 733.7 km
6h 47m
€115–165
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Arles to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MRS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
6h 49m
€86–280
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Arles to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MRS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
7h 21m
€69–205
Train to Fréjorgues Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nimes Pont Du Gard to Montpellier Sud De Francetrain
2. Fly from Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MPL - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
7h 41m
€70–283
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Arles to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LYS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
7h 36m
€106–275
Bus via Toulouse
1. Take the bus from Nîmes to Toulousebus FlixBus N748 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136 / ...
12h 18m
€48–88

Arles to La Rochelle by train

14Weekly Trains

8h 57mAverage Duration

€114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 661.1 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Arles to La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 8h 57m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 9h 40m.

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