What is the cheapest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Cherbourg-Octeville and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg-Gare and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Rennes - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cherbourg-Octeville and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at La Rochelle via Lison, Rennes and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The distance between Cherbourg-Octeville and La Rochelle is 452 km. The road distance is 444.1 km.

How do I travel from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus from?

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, depart from Cherbourg-Gare station.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €240 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, arrive at Rennes-Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle train arrive?

Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lison station.

Can I drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle is 444 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle.

How do I get a train ticket from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle?

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2400+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), 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
best
1. Take the bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Rennes-Gare Routierebus C<>R
2. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 40m
Drive 444.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochellecar 444.1 km
5h 27m
€69–100
Train
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Lisontrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lison to Rennestrain C12
3. Take the train from Rennes to Nantestrain Ter
4. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain Ter
9h 40m
€78–238
Bus via Nantes
1. Take the bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Rennes-Gare Routierebus
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Nantesbus 712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Nantes to La Rochellebus 701
8h 20m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 451.7 km
Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Cherbourg-Octeville, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a bus from Cherbourg-Gare to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Rennes - Bus Station in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cherbourg to La Rochelle via Lison, Rennes, and Nantes in around 9h 40m.

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