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

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €11 - €12 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordeaux and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bordeaux and La Rochelle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bordeaux Saint-Jean and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?

The distance between Bordeaux and La Rochelle is 178 km. The road distance is 182 km.

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

The best way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €15 - €29.

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

The bus from Bordeaux to La Rochelle takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

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

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to La Rochelle train from?

Bordeaux to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.

Train or bus from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €15 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Bordeaux to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bordeaux to La Rochelle train arrive?

Bordeaux to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at La Rochelle station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to La Rochelle is 182 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Bordeaux to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?

Book your Bordeaux to La Rochelle train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2393+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Bordeaux to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bordeaux and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle by bus, train, rideshare, 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 Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2h 10m
€15–29
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bordeaux to La Rochellerideshare 182.6 km
2h 23m
€11–12
Train
1. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
2h 21m
€16–35
Drive 182 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to La Rochellecar 182 km
1h 51m
€28–41

Bordeaux to La Rochelle by bus

37Weekly Buses

2h 10mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.5 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and La Rochelle, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bordeaux to La Rochelle twice daily. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 10m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle every 2 hours. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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