What is the cheapest way to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Sebastian / Donostia and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Basque Country to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Amara-Donostia and arriving at La Rochelle via Hendaye and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Basque Country to La Rochelle?

The distance between Basque Country and La Rochelle is 421 km. The road distance is 419.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs €27 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle?

The bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to La Rochelle takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to La Rochelle bus from?

Basque Country to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from San Sebastian / Donostia station.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to La Rochelle train from?

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

Train or bus from Basque Country to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs €27 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €160 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Basque Country to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Basque Country to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Rochelle station.

Where does the Basque Country to La Rochelle train arrive?

Basque Country 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 Basque Country to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to La Rochelle is 419 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Basque Country to La Rochelle.

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

Book your Basque Country to La Rochelle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2786+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Basque Country to La Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basque Country to La Rochelle by bus, train (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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1158
5h 55m
€27–50
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 20m
€26–59
Train
1. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
7h 35m
€60–158
Drive 419.2 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to La Rochellecar 419.2 km
4h 2m
€67–96

Basque Country to La Rochelle by bus

6Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to La Rochelle 6 times a week. Tickets cost €27–50 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Amara-Donostia to La Rochelle via Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 7h 35m.

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