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 which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 5m.

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 4h 58m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at La Rochelle via Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

How far is it from Bilbao to La Rochelle?

The distance between Bilbao and La Rochelle is 518 km. The road distance is 518.6 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 which takes 7h 5m and costs €35 - €65.

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

The bus from Bilbao to La Rochelle takes 7h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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 do I catch the Bilbao to La Rochelle train from?

Bilbao to La Rochelle train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €160 and takes 10h 17m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €270 and takes 17h 14m.

Where does the Bilbao to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to La Rochelle train arrive?

Bilbao to La Rochelle train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Amara-Donostia station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to La Rochelle is 519 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m 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 3133+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), car, or plane

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 Bilbao to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 5m
€35–65
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain Ter
10h 17m
€72–158
Drive 518.6 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to La Rochellecar 518.6 km
4h 58m
€84–121
Fly
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane BIO - LRH
17h 14m
€67–263

Bilbao to La Rochelle by bus

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7h 5mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 518.3 km
Duration: 7h 5m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Bilbao to La Rochelle 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to La Rochelle via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 10h 17m.

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