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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cherbourg and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cherbourg to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg-Gare and arriving at La Rochelle via Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cherbourg and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Cherbourg to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Caen, Le Mans and Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Cherbourg to La Rochelle?

The distance between Cherbourg and La Rochelle is 446 km. The road distance is 443.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cherbourg to La Rochelle without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Cherbourg to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cherbourg to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Cherbourg to La Rochelle is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Le Mans, which costs €110 - €230 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Cherbourg to La Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cherbourg to La Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cherbourg to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cherbourg to La Rochelle is 443 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Cherbourg to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3292+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cherbourg to La Rochelle by bus, train (TGV), car, or train

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 to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
7h 25m
Drive 443.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cherbourg to La Rochellecar 443.2 km
5h 27m
€70–101
Train via Le Mans
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Caentrain Ter
2. Take the train from Caen to Le Manstrain Ter
3. Take the train from Le Mans to Nantestrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
7h 34m
€110–229
Train
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Lisontrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lison to Rennestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Rennes to Nantestrain Ter
4. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
8h 43m
€103–210

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cherbourg to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 446.1 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Cherbourg-Gare to La Rochelle via Rennes-Gare Routiere and Rennes in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cherbourg to La Rochelle Ville via Caen, Le Mans, and Nantes in around 7h 34m.

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