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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Bilbao and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Bilbao to La Rochelle?

The distance between Bilbao and La Rochelle is 528 km. The road distance is 515.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle without a car is to bus via Bordeaux which takes 8h 55m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Bilbao to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bilbao station.

Where does the Bilbao to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Bilbao to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to La Rochelle is 515 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Bilbao to La Rochelle.

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2619+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle by bus, train, 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 via Bordeaux
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus N746 / ...
8h 55m
€32–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain Ter
9h 24m
€79–175
Drive 515.4 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to La Rochellecar 515.4 km
5h 2m
€80–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h
€32–72

Bilbao to La Rochelle by bus

8Weekly Buses

8h 55mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528 km
Duration: 8h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Bilbao to La Rochelle via Bordeaux in around 8h 55m.

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