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 Chambéry which costs €70 - €140 and takes 14h 40m.

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 8m and costs €95 - €300.

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 10m.

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, Quai de la Gare and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The distance between Geneva and La Rochelle is 967 km. The road distance is 670.2 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 35m and costs €190 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m 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 Bellegarde station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Geneva to La Rochelle is to train via Paris which takes 8h 35m and costs €190 - €360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 14h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €95 - €300 and takes 2h 8m.

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 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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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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

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

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Train via Paris
best
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 35m
€195–359
Bus via Chambéry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Chambéry to La Rochellebus N746
14h 40m
€72–134
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 10m
€79–147
Drive 670.2 km
1. Drive from Geneva to La Rochellecar 670.2 km
7h 52m
€117–169
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 St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
5h 9m
€83–242
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
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
9h 42m
€194–386
Fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane GVA - LRH
2h 8m
€95–300
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
€100–268

Geneva to La Rochelle by train, foot, and subway

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8h 35mAverage Duration

€195Cheapest Price

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Distance: 966.5 km
Duration: 8h 35m

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

You can take a train from Genève to La Rochelle Ville via Bellegarde, Paris Gare De Lyon, Quai de la Gare, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Annecy - Bus Station in around 14h 10m.

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