What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle is to bus which costs €45 - €200 and takes 18h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle is to bus and fly which takes 5h 30m and costs €100 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via London Victoria and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow station to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via London St Pancras Intl, Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Heathrow to La Rochelle?

The distance between Heathrow and La Rochelle is 948 km.

How do I travel from Heathrow to La Rochelle without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle without a car is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs €120 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to La Rochelle bus from?

Heathrow to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

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

Heathrow to La Rochelle train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs €120 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €200 and takes 18h 23m.

Where does the Heathrow to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Heathrow to La Rochelle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

What is the time difference between Heathrow and La Rochelle?

La Rochelle is 1h ahead of Heathrow. It is currently 8:22 AM in Heathrow and 9:22 AM in La Rochelle.

Where does the Heathrow to La Rochelle train arrive?

Heathrow to La Rochelle train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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Heathrow to La Rochelle - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car ferry, car, car train, 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
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
8h 38m
€121–429
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Parisbus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 23m
€49–198
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Hard Interchangebus 030
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to St Malo Ferry Portcarferry
3. Take the bus from Saint-Malo to La Rochellebus
16h 52m
€64–179
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Heathrow to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to La Rochellecar
9h 11m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Heathrow to Portsmouth International Portcar
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caencarferry
3. Drive from Caen to La Rochellecar
12h 33m
€99–401
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LHR - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
6h 58m
€103–377
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane STN - LRH
5h 30m
€100–328
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LGW - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
8h 8m
€88–292
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane STN - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelletrain
8h 8m
€77–285

Heathrow to La Rochelle by subway, train, and foot

52Weekly Services

8h 38mAverage Duration

€121Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Heathrow to La Rochelle.

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Distance: 947.7 km
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and La Rochelle, France?

You can take a subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to La Rochelle Ville via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station via London Victoria, Paris, and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 18h 23m.

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