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

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville is to rideshare which costs €11 - €12 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and La Rochelle Ville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Bordeaux and La Rochelle Ville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bordeaux Saint-Jean and arriving at La Rochelle. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville?

The distance between Bordeaux and La Rochelle Ville is 194 km. The road distance is 180.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs €16 - €35.

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

The train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

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

Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville 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 Ville?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €22 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville bus arrive?

Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville train arrive?

Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville 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 Ville?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville is 181 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle Ville?

There are 2619+ hotels available in La Rochelle Ville.

Can I share a ride from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville?

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

Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
2h 19m
€16–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 5m
€5–22
Drive 180.9 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Villecar 180.9 km
1h 49m
€28–40
Train via Cenon
1. Take the train from Cenon to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
3h 40m
€32–72
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bordeaux to La Rochellerideshare 183.4 km
2h 35m
€11–12

Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville by train

60Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bordeaux to La Rochelle Ville.

Launch map view

Distance: 194 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €5–20 and the journey takes 3h. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.