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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €45 - €210 and takes 20h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs €80 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via London Victoria and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Brighton to La Rochelle?

The distance between Brighton and La Rochelle is 1004 km.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 8h 57m and costs €140 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Brighton to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Brighton to La Rochelle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

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

Brighton to La Rochelle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Brighton to La Rochelle is to train which takes 8h 57m and costs €140 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €210 and takes 20h 47m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €260 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Brighton to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Brighton to La Rochelle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Brighton and La Rochelle?

La Rochelle is 1h ahead of Brighton. It is currently 8:43 PM in Brighton and 9:43 PM in La Rochelle.

Where does the Brighton to La Rochelle train arrive?

Brighton to La Rochelle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Brighton to La Rochelle - 12 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Brighton to La Rochelle by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, car ferry, bus, car, car train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle VilleTgv
8h 57m
€140–532
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station
20h 47m
€49–202
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Chichester
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to St Malo Ferry Port
3. Take the bus from Saint-Malo to La Rochelle
16h 58m
€64–187
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Brighton to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to La Rochelle
8h 53m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Brighton to Portsmouth International Port
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caen
3. Drive from Caen to La Rochelle
12h 11m
€94–389
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)LGW - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 18m
€61–224
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LGW - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 21m
€63–204
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)STN - LRH
6h 18m
€108–348
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)STN - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
8h 51m
€79–285
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS)LGW - RNS
2. Take the train from Rennes to Nantes
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
9h 16m
€98–376
Fly London Gatwick Airport to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)LGW - LRH
4h 46m
€80–257
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LGW - CDG
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Ville
8h 45m
€105–332

Brighton to La Rochelle by train, subway, and foot

52Weekly Services

8h 57mAverage Duration

€140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,004.4 km
Duration: 8h 57m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Brighton to La Rochelle Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to La Rochelle - Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Paris, and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 20h 47m.

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