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

The cheapest way to get from Challans to Saintes is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Challans to Saintes is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Challans and Saintes?

No, there is no direct bus from Challans to Saintes. However, there are services departing from Gare SNCF and arriving at STE Gare Routière de Saintes via La Roche sur Yon and RFT Gare SNCF Rochefort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Challans to Saintes?

The distance between Challans and Saintes is 217 km. The road distance is 185.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Challans to Saintes without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Challans to Saintes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Challans to Saintes bus from?

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

Where does the Challans to Saintes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Challans to Saintes?

Yes, the driving distance between Challans to Saintes is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Challans to Saintes.

Where can I stay near Saintes?

There are 633+ hotels available in Saintes.

Challans to Saintes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Challans to Saintes 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 Saintestrain 591A / ...
3h 42m
Drive 185.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Challans to Saintescar 185.5 km
2h 21m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Pem-Sncfbus Vxp
2. Take the bus from La Roche sur Yon to Rochefortbus
3. Take the bus from RFT Gare SNCF Rochefort to STE Gare Routière de Saintesbus 172
5h 57m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Challans to Saintes.

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Distance: 216.5 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Challans, France and Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France?

You can take a bus from Gare SNCF to STE Gare Routière de Saintes via La Roche sur Yon and RFT Gare SNCF Rochefort in around 5h 57m.

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