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

The cheapest way to get from Chartres to La Rochelle is to rideshare which costs €26 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chartres to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Chartres and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Chartres to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at La Rochelle via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chartres and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Chartres to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Chartres to La Rochelle?

The distance between Chartres and La Rochelle is 549 km. The road distance is 373.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chartres to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €65 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Chartres to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Chartres to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Chartres to La Rochelle is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €65 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus via Le Mans, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Chartres to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Chartres to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Le Mans station.

Where does the Chartres to La Rochelle train arrive?

Chartres to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Gare Montparnasse station.

Can I drive from Chartres to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chartres to La Rochelle is 373 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Chartres to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2400+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Can I share a ride from Chartres to La Rochelle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chartres and La Rochelle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chartres to La Rochelle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chartres to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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 Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
5h 17m
€65–161
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chartres to La Rochellerideshare 373.6 km
5h
€26
Bus via Le Mans
1. Take the bus from Chartres to Le Mansbus N1659
2. Take the bus from Le Mans to La Rochellebus N723
7h 20m
€38–76
Train via Tours
1. Take the train from Chartres to Tourstrain Ter
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
6h 7m
€67–187
Bus
1. Take the bus from Viollette Médiathèque to Gare SNCFbus 1 bis
2. Take the bus from Orléans - Georges Pompidou Bus Stop to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 3m
€30–80
Drive 373.1 km
1. Drive from Chartres to La Rochellecar 373.1 km
4h 17m
€58–83

Chartres to La Rochelle by train

52Weekly Trains

5h 17mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chartres to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 548.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Chartres to La Rochelle Ville via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chartres to La Rochelle via Le Mans in around 7h 20m.

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