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 9h 10m.

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 Intermodal and arriving at La Rochelle via San Sebastian / Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Bilbao to La Rochelle?

The distance between Bilbao and La Rochelle is 523 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 which takes 8h 15m and costs €35 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m 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 Avanza Gipuzkoa, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Bilbao to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Bilbao to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Avanza Gipuzkoa, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián 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?

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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
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Do01 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1158
8h 15m
€39–67
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 10m
€32–60
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 26m
€72–175
Drive 515.4 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to La Rochellecar 515.4 km
5h 2m
€82–118

Bilbao to La Rochelle by bus

6Weekly Buses

8h 15mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bilbao to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 523.3 km
Duration: 8h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to La Rochelle via San Sebastian / Donostia in around 8h 15m.

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