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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €65 - €130 and takes 14h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 2h and costs €100 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Annecy - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Bellegarde, Gare de Lyon, Bercy and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The distance between Geneva and La Rochelle is 566 km. The road distance is 669.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to La Rochelle without a car is to train via Paris which takes 8h 36m and costs €180 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Geneva to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

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

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

Geneva to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Bellegarde station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Geneva to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 2h and costs €100 - €320. Alternatively, you can train via Paris, which costs €180 - €360 and takes 8h 36m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €130 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Geneva to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Geneva to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Annecy station.

Where does the Geneva to La Rochelle train arrive?

Geneva to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Geneva to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to La Rochelle is 670 km. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Geneva to La Rochelle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 3084+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Geneva to La Rochelle by plane, train (TGV), bus, 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.

Fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane GVA - LRH
2h
€100–320
Bus via Chambéry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Gare Routierebus 272
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chambéry to La Rochellebus
15h 6m
€64–116
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
8h 36m
€180–357
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Annecybus FlixBus 1726 / ...
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 5m
€68–126
Drive 669.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to La Rochellecar 669.9 km
7h 52m
€117–169
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane GVA - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
4h 42m
€84–254
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
5h 28m
€77–212
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Pierre-des-Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
11h 50m
€152–319

Geneva to La Rochelle by train and subway

4Weekly Services

8h 36mAverage Duration

€180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 566.2 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and La Rochelle, France?

easyJet flies from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to La Rochelle Ville via Bellegarde, Paris Gare De Lyon, Gare de Lyon, Bercy, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 36m.

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