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

The cheapest way to get from Istres to La Rochelle is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €60 - €120 and takes 15h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istres to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs €65 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Istres and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Istres to La Rochelle station. However, there are services departing from Gare Istres and arriving at La Rochelle - Bus Station via Girondins and Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Istres and La Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Istres to La Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Istres and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Miramas, Marseille St Charles and Marne La Vallee Chessy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Istres to La Rochelle?

The distance between Istres and La Rochelle is 639 km. The road distance is 775.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istres to La Rochelle without a car is to train via Lagny-sur-Marne which takes 9h 33m and costs €240 - €470.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Istres to La Rochelle, including transfers.

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

Istres to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station.

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

Istres to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Miramas station.

Train, bus or fly from Istres to La Rochelle?

The best way to get from Istres to La Rochelle is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs €65 - €260. Alternatively, you can train via Lagny-sur-Marne, which costs €240 - €470 and takes 9h 33m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €140 and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Istres to La Rochelle bus arrive?

Istres to La Rochelle bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Istres to La Rochelle train arrive?

Istres to La Rochelle train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Marseille St Charles station.

Can I drive from Istres to La Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Istres to La Rochelle is 775 km. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Istres to La Rochelle.

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

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Where can I stay near La Rochelle?

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

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

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Fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane MRS - LRH
4h 3m
€67–255
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marseille Airport to Bordeauxbus 1628
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
15h 21m
€64–116
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
1. Take the train from Miramas to Marseille St Charlestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Marne La Vallee Chessytrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Marne La Vallee Chessy to La Rochelle Villetrain Tgv
9h 33m
€241–462
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
13h 55m
€77–139
Drive 775.1 km
1. Drive from Istres to La Rochellecar 775.1 km
7h 11m
€122–176
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MRS - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
6h 46m
€94–247
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MRS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
6h 54m
€94–242
Fly to Tours Val De Loire Airport, train
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Tours Val De Loire Airport (TUF)plane MRS - TUF
2. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to La Rochelle Villetrain
6h 32m
€137–460
Train
1. Take the train from Miramas to Nimestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nimes to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Ter
11h 13m
€138–279

Istres to La Rochelle by train

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9h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 639 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Istres, France and La Rochelle, France?

Ryanair flies from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Istres to La Rochelle Ville via Miramas, Marseille St Charles, and Marne La Vallee Chessy in around 9h 33m.

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