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

The cheapest way to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €33 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Carcassonne and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carcassonne to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Carcassonne and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Carcassonne and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Carcassonne to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Carcassonne and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Carcassonne to La Rochelle?

The distance between Carcassonne and La Rochelle is 541 km. The road distance is 511.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €35 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Carcassonne to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Carcassonne station.

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

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

Train or bus from Carcassonne to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €35 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €60 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Carcassonne to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Carcassonne to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station.

Where does the Carcassonne to La Rochelle train arrive?

Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carcassonne to La Rochelle is 512 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Carcassonne to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2619+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Carcassonne to La Rochelle?

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

Carcassonne to La Rochelle - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle by train, bus, car, plane, 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 Carcassonne to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
6h 35m
€40–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carcassonne to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 45m
€20–57
Drive 511.8 km
1. Drive from Carcassonne to La Rochellecar 511.8 km
4h 48m
€78–113
Train, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Carcassonne to Toulouse Matabiautrain
2. Fly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane TLS - LRH
12h 56m
€89–410
Bus via Toulouse
1. Take the bus from Carcassonne to Toulousebus 1768 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to La Rochellebus 701
8h 20m
€35–63
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Carcassonne to La Rochellerideshare 512 km
6h 4m
€33
Train, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport
1. Take the train from Carcassonne to Toulouse Matabiautrain
2. Fly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane TLS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
7h 5m
€66–212

Carcassonne to La Rochelle by train

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Map of how to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 541.2 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Carcassonne to La Rochelle via Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carcassonne to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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