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

The cheapest way to get from Carnac to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €20 - €30 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnac to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Carnac and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnac to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Illertissen and arriving at La Rochelle via Auray and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Carnac to La Rochelle?

The distance between Carnac and La Rochelle is 353 km. The road distance is 275.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carnac to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Carnac to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Carnac to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Auray station.

Train or bus from Carnac to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Carnac to La Rochelle is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Carnac to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Carnac to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from Carnac to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnac to La Rochelle is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Carnac to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2393+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Carnac to La Rochelle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carnac to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, 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 Auray to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
5h 55m
€48–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auray to Nantesbus N1702 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to La Rochellebus FlixBus N1136 / ...
6h 40m
€20–30
Drive 275.8 km
1. Drive from Carnac to La Rochellecar 275.8 km
3h 7m
€43–62

Carnac to La Rochelle by bus and train

41Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carnac to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 353.4 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Carnac, Bretagne, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a bus from Illertissen to La Rochelle via Gare Routière, Auray, and Nantes in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Illertissen to La Rochelle via Auray and Nantes in around 6h 40m.

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