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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €27 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen station to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Caen - Bus Station and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Caen and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at La Rochelle via Le Mans and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Caen to La Rochelle?

The distance between Caen and La Rochelle is 528 km. The road distance is 392.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Caen to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs €80 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Caen to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Caen to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Caen - Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Caen to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Caen to La Rochelle is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs €80 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Caen to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Caen to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub station.

Where does the Caen to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caen to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to La Rochelle is 393 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Caen to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3084+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Caen to La Rochelle?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Caen to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Nantestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain Ter
6h 20m
€83–185
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Caen to La Rochellerideshare 393.2 km
5h 25m
€27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caen - Bus Station to Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hubbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 48m
€30–58
Drive 392.9 km
1. Drive from Caen to La Rochellecar 392.9 km
5h 2m
€61–88

Caen to La Rochelle by train

44Weekly Trains

6h 20mAverage Duration

€83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Caen to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 527.9 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Caen to La Rochelle via Le Mans and Nantes in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub in around 6h 48m.

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