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 €70 - €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 1m and costs €80 - €250.

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 7h 37m.

How far is it from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The distance between Geneva and La Rochelle is 967 km. The road distance is 668.7 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 37m and costs €80 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m 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 7h 37m and costs €80 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus via Thiers, which costs €70 - €100 and takes 14h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €250 and takes 2h 1m.

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 669 km. It takes approximately 7h 50m 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 2375+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Geneva to La Rochelle - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Geneva to La Rochelle by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, 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.

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Geneve to Paris Gare De LyonTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle VilleTgv
7h 37m
€82–342
Fly Geneva International Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)GVA - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to La Rochelle
5h 31m
€53–168
Bus via Thiers
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Lyon122 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Thiers776 / ...
3. Take the bus from Thiers to La Rochelle
14h 10m
€70–100
Drive 668.7 km
1. Drive from Geneva to La Rochelle668.7 km
7h 50m
€115–166
Fly Geneva International Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)GVA - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle
4h 48m
€58–204
Train
1. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Pierre-des-CorpsTer
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle VilleTgv
11h 7m
€78–294
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to AnnecyFlixBus N872 / ...
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
14h 20m
€61–169
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)LYS - LRH
5h 45m
€86–309
Fly Geneva International Airport to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)GVA - LRH
2h 1m
€80–250

Geneva to La Rochelle by train and subway

2Weekly Services

7h 37mAverage Duration

€82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 967.3 km
Duration: 7h 37m

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 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to La Rochelle via Lyon and Thiers in around 14h 10m.

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