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 via Bordeaux which costs €75 - €140 and takes 17h 38m.

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 €90 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Geneva - Bus Station 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 Geneve and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Quai de la Gare and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The distance between Geneva and La Rochelle is 566 km. The road distance is 672 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 7h 31m and costs €170 - €320.

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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

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

Geneva to La Rochelle train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Geneve 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 €90 - €310. Alternatively, you can train via Paris, which costs €170 - €320 and takes 7h 31m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Geneva to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Geneva to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Annecy - Bus 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 672 km. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Geneva to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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

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

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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
€94–304
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
5h 23m
€75–263
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Geneve to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
7h 31m
€179–311
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 5m
€78–146
Drive 672 km
1. Drive from Geneva to La Rochellecar 672 km
7h 48m
€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 Rochelle Villetrain
4h 42m
€87–277
Train
1. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
8h 41m
€170–341
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Gare Routierebus 272
2. Take the bus from Annecy to Bordeauxbus
3. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus 701
17h 38m
€79–131

Geneva to La Rochelle by train, foot, and subway

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7h 31mAverage Duration

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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 Geneve to La Rochelle Ville via Paris Gare De Lyon, Quai de la Gare, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 7h 31m.

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