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

The cheapest way to get from Carcans to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €15 - €26 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carcans to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Carcans and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carcans to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Gymnase and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Carcans and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Carcans to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Pauillac and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Carcans to La Rochelle?

The distance between Carcans and La Rochelle is 248 km. The road distance is 228.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carcans to La Rochelle without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 24m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Carcans to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Carcans to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Citram Aquitaine, depart from Gymnase station.

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

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

Train or bus from Carcans to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Carcans to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which takes 4h 41m and costs €15 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €95 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Carcans to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Carcans to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Citram Aquitaine, arrive at Gare St Jean station.

Where does the Carcans to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carcans to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carcans to La Rochelle is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Carcans to La Rochelle.

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3294+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Carcans to La Rochelle by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gymnase to Gare St Jeanbus 4211
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Intercités / ...
4h 24m
€32–67
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gymnase to Gare St Jeanbus 4211
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
4h 41m
€15–25
Drive 228.7 km
1. Drive from Carcans to La Rochellecar 228.7 km
2h 29m
€36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gymnase to Gare St Jeanbus 4211
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 47m
€17–29
Train
1. Take the train from Pauillac to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Intercités / ...
5h 33m
€43–90

Carcans to La Rochelle by bus and train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 248.5 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Gymnase to La Rochelle via Gare St Jean and Bordeaux in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gendarmerie to La Rochelle Ville via Coll. P. de Belleyme, Pauillac, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 5h 33m.

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