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 which costs €45 - €70 and takes 12h 13m.

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 56m and costs €120 - €430.

Is there a direct bus between Arles and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Arles to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from ARLES - Clémenceau and arriving at La Rochelle via Quatrefages, Nîmes and Toulouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

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 €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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 FlixBus, depart from Nîmes 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 €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Toulouse, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Arles to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Arles to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Toulouse 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

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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 56m
€125–425
Train
cheapest
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
€46–113
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 8m
€46–76
Drive 733.7 km
1. Drive from Arles to La Rochellecar 733.7 km
6h 47m
€111–161
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 55m
€77–257
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 20m
€63–172
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 42m
€94–280
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
8h
€62–321
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 13m
€48–68

Arles to La Rochelle by train

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8h 57mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 661.1 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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, you can take a bus from ARLES - Clémenceau to La Rochelle via NÎMES - Gare Routière, Quatrefages, Parnasse, Nîmes, and Toulouse in around 12h 8m.

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