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 Thiers which costs €65 - €100 and takes 14h 10m.

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. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at La Rochelle via Lyon and Thiers. 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 Geneve and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Gare de Lyon, Bercy and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The distance between Geneva and La Rochelle is 786 km. The road distance is 668.4 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 5m and costs €75 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m 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 Geneve 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 5m and costs €75 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus via Thiers, which costs €65 - €100 and takes 14h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €320 and takes 2h.

Where does the Geneva to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Geneva to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon 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 668 km. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Geneva to La Rochelle.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

There are 2400+ 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, train (TGV), bus, 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.

Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
best
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 48m
€57–221
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 Saint-Jean to La Rochelletrain
5h 31m
€52–173
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
8h 5m
€77–322
Bus via Thiers
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Lyonbus 122 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Thiersbus 776 / ...
3. Take the bus from Thiers to La Rochellebus
14h 10m
€65–99
Drive 668.4 km
1. Drive from Geneva to La Rochellecar 668.4 km
7h 54m
€116–168
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
€100–320
Train
1. Take the train from Geneve 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 6m
€77–314
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Annecybus FlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 20m
€56–149

Geneva to La Rochelle by train and subway

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8h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 786 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Geneve to La Rochelle Ville via Paris Gare De Lyon, Gare de Lyon, Bercy, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to La Rochelle via Lyon and Thiers in around 14h 10m.

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