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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €35 - €110 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €85 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to La Rochelle?

The distance between Dunkirk and La Rochelle is 760 km. The road distance is 722.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €85 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

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

Dunkirk to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €85 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €110 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Dunkirk to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Dunkirk to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Dunkirk to La Rochelle train arrive?

Dunkirk to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to La Rochelle is 722 km. It takes approximately 7h 2m to drive from Dunkirk to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Dunkirk to La Rochelle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle by train (TGV), train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Paris NordTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle VilleTgv
6h 45m
€89–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkerque to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)1751
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
12h 15m
€39–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Paris NordTgv
2. Take the bus from Paris - Massy-Palaiseau to Niort
3. Take the bus from Pôle Atlantique to Gare routière
11h 11m
€70–199
Drive 722.4 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to La Rochelle722.4 km
7h 2m
€110–159
Train to Lille-Lesquin Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europe
2. Fly from Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LIL - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 17m
€79–264
Train, train to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europe
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy
3. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)CDG - NTE
4. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
7h 30m
€134–401
Train, train to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europe
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy
3. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)CDG - BOD
4. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
8h 33m
€141–381
Train, train to Brussels Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europe
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
3. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)BRU - BOD
4. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
9h 59m
€110–326

Dunkirk to La Rochelle by train, subway, and foot

39Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

€89Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 759.9 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to La Rochelle Ville via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkerque to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 12h 15m.

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