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

The cheapest way to get from Challans to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €8 - €14 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Challans to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Challans and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Challans to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Gare SNCF and arriving at La Rochelle via La Roche sur Yon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Challans and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Challans to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Challans and arriving at La Rochelle via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Challans to La Rochelle?

The distance between Challans and La Rochelle is 143 km. The road distance is 117 km.

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

The best way to get from Challans to La Rochelle without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 49m and costs €18 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Challans to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Challans to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Aléop en Vendée, depart from Gare SNCF station.

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

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

Train or bus from Challans to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Challans to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs €8 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €95 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Challans to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Challans to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Aléop en Vendée, arrive at Pem-Sncf station.

Where does the Challans to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Challans to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Challans to La Rochelle is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Challans to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Challans to La Rochelle by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncfbus E500 / ...
2. Take the train from La Roche-sur-Yon to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
2h 49m
€19–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncfbus E500 / ...
2. Take the bus from La Roche sur Yon to La Rochellebus N723
3h 16m
€9–14
Drive 117 km
1. Drive from Challans to La Rochellecar 117 km
1h 42m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Challans to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
3h 39m
€35–92

Challans to La Rochelle by bus and train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Challans to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 143.5 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Gare SNCF to La Rochelle via La Roche sur Yon in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Challans to La Rochelle via Nantes in around 3h 39m.

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