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 Naves which costs €60 - €110 and takes 14h 55m.

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 and train which takes 4h 43m and costs €75 - €260.

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 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 54m.

How far is it from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The distance between Geneva and La Rochelle is 786 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 54m and costs €180 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m 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 or bus from Geneva to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Geneva to La Rochelle is to train via Paris which takes 8h 54m and costs €180 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €140 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 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 1906+ hotels available in La Rochelle.

Geneva to La Rochelle - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 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 43m
€79–254
Bus via Naves
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Tullebus FlixBus N1157
2. Take the bus from Tulle to La Rochellebus N746
14h 55m
€63–106
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 54m
€185–367
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
€68–136
Drive 669.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to La Rochellecar 669.9 km
7h 52m
€116–168
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 29m
€72–214
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
€158–329

Geneva to La Rochelle by train and subway

4Weekly Services

8h 54mAverage Duration

€185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 786 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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, Gare de Lyon, Bercy, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station via Annecy - Bus Station in around 14h 5m.

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