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

The cheapest way to get from Coimbra to La Rochelle is to bus and train via Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra which costs €55 - €130 and takes 18h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coimbra to La Rochelle is to towncar and fly and train which takes 8h 27m and costs €220 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Coimbra and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Coimbra to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Coimbra and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Niort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Coimbra to La Rochelle?

The distance between Coimbra and La Rochelle is 1185 km. The road distance is 1160.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Coimbra to La Rochelle without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Coimbra to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

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

Coimbra to La Rochelle train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Coimbra-B station.

Train or bus from Coimbra to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Coimbra to La Rochelle is to train which takes 25h 30m and costs €140 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €95 - €160 and takes 18h 15m.

Where does the Coimbra to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Coimbra to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Niort station.

What is the time difference between Coimbra and La Rochelle?

La Rochelle is 1h ahead of Coimbra. It is currently 4:34 AM in Coimbra and 5:34 AM in La Rochelle.

Where does the Coimbra to La Rochelle train arrive?

Coimbra to La Rochelle train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Entroncamento station.

Can I drive from Coimbra to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Coimbra to La Rochelle is 1160 km. It takes approximately 11h 25m to drive from Coimbra to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2529+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Coimbra to La Rochelle - 10 ways to travel via train, towncar, plane, and bus

Q: Is there a direct train between Coimbra and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Coimbra to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Coimbra-B and arriving at La Rochelle via Entroncamento, Badajoz, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Narbonne and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 30m.

There are 10 ways to get from Coimbra to La Rochelle by towncar, plane, train, bus, train (Renfe), 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.

Towncar to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
best
1. Take a town car from Coimbra to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneirotowncar
2. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane OPO - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
8h 27m
€222–407
Bus, train via Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
18h 56m
€58–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Bordebus Voltavançar 79
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain 591A / ...
15h 51m
Train
1. Take the train from Coimbra-B to Entroncamentotrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Entroncamento to Badajoztrain Re
3. Take the train from Badajoz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Alv
4. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Narbonnetrain
5. Take the train from Narbonne to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
6. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain Ter
25h 30m
€148–289
Drive 1,160.4 km
1. Drive from Coimbra to La Rochellecar 1,160.4 km
11h 25m
€175–253
Towncar to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take a town car from Coimbra to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneirotowncar
2. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane OPO - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
9h 15m
€218–372
Train to Lisbon-Portela Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Coimbra-B to Lisboa Orientetrain
2. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LIS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
9h 13m
€63–296
Towncar to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, fly to Tours Val De Loire Airport, train
1. Take a town car from Coimbra to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneirotowncar
2. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Tours Val De Loire Airport (TUF)plane OPO - TUF
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain
8h 35m
€321–800
Train to Lisbon-Portela Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Coimbra-B to Lisboa Orientetrain
2. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LIS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
9h 56m
€59–241
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coimbra to Niortbus FlixBus N1152
2. Take the bus from Niort to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 15m
€96–157

Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) flights

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Distance: 1,185.3 km
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between Coimbra, Portugal and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Coimbra-B to La Rochelle via Entroncamento, Badajoz, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Narbonne, and Bordeaux Saint-Jean in around 25h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coimbra to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Niort in around 18h 15m.

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