What is the cheapest way to get from Challans to Royan?

The cheapest way to get from Challans to Royan is to bus via La Rochelle which costs €10 - €25 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Challans to Royan?

The fastest way to get from Challans to Royan is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Challans and Royan?

No, there is no direct bus from Challans to Royan. However, there are services departing from Challans and arriving at Royan via Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Challans and Royan?

No, there is no direct train from Challans to Royan. However, there are services departing from Challans and arriving at Royan via Nantes and Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Challans to Royan?

The distance between Challans and Royan is 218 km. The road distance is 184.9 km.

How do I travel from Challans to Royan without a car?

The best way to get from Challans to Royan without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 28m and costs €22 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Challans to Royan?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Challans to Royan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Challans to Royan bus from?

Challans to Royan bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Challans station.

Where do I catch the Challans to Royan train from?

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

Train or bus from Challans to Royan?

The best way to get from Challans to Royan is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs €55 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Challans to Royan bus arrive?

Challans to Royan bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nantes station.

Where does the Challans to Royan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Challans to Royan?

Yes, the driving distance between Challans to Royan is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Challans to Royan.

How do I get a train ticket from Challans to Royan?

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Where can I stay near Royan?

There are 2525+ hotels available in Royan.

Challans to Royan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Challans to Royan 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 Vxp
2. Take the train from La Roche-sur-Yon to La Rochelletrain Ter
3. Take the bus from Gare routière to ROY Gare Intermodalebus 153
5h 28m
€23–56
Bus via La Rochelle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncfbus Vxp
2. Take the bus from La Roche sur Yon to La Rochellebus
3. Take the bus from Gare routière to ROY Gare Intermodalebus 153
5h 49m
€11–25
Train
1. Take the train from Challans to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saintestrain 591A / ...
6h 3m
€56–124
Drive 184.9 km
1. Drive from Challans to Royancar 184.9 km
2h 33m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Challans to Nantesbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to Royanbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 40m
€26–44

Challans to Royan by bus, train, and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Challans to Royan.

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Distance: 217.8 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Challans, France and Royan, France?

You can take a train from Challans to Royan via Nantes and Saintes in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Challans to Royan via Nantes and Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub in around 5h 40m.

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