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 45m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Carcassonne and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carcassonne to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Carcassonne and arriving at La Rochelle via Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

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 Ville via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Carcassonne to La Rochelle?

The distance between Carcassonne and La Rochelle is 541 km. The road distance is 514.1 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 46m and costs €90 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m 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 FlixBus, 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 46m and costs €90 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Carcassonne to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Carcassonne to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux 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 514 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Carcassonne to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2444+ 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

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There are 7 ways to get from Carcassonne to La Rochelle by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carcassonne to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter / ...
6h 46m
€90–161
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Carcassonne to La Rochellerideshare 514.3 km
6h 4m
€33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carcassonne to Toulouse Matabiautrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 30m
€46–77
Drive 514.1 km
1. Drive from Carcassonne to La Rochellecar 514.1 km
4h 45m
€82–119
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
15h 59m
€84–367
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carcassonne to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1701
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
8h
€44–66
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 2m
€88–282

Carcassonne to La Rochelle by train

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Distance: 541.3 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a train from Carcassonne to La Rochelle Ville via Bordeaux St Jean in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carcassonne to La Rochelle via Bordeaux in around 8h.

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