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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Alicante is to bus which costs €75 - €150 and takes 17h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Alicante is to train and fly which takes 6h 49m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Alicante?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Alicante. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Alicante via Estació d'Autobusos de València. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 23m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Alicante?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Alicante. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaia, San Sebastian/Donostia and Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 42m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Alicante?

The distance between La Rochelle and Alicante is 896 km. The road distance is 1076.2 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Alicante without a car is to train which takes 16h 42m and costs €170 - €410.

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

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

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

La Rochelle to Alicante bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from La Rochelle to Alicante?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Alicante is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs €100 - €290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €410 and takes 16h 42m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 17h 23m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Alicante bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Alicante bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Estació d'Autobusos de València station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Alicante train arrive?

La Rochelle to Alicante train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Alicante?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Alicante is 1076 km. It takes approximately 11h 36m to drive from La Rochelle to Alicante.

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

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

There are 7 ways to get from La Rochelle to Alicante by plane, train (TGV, Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, 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.

Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane LRH - ALC
8h 8m
€104–289
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Alicantebus Alsa - 710 / ...
17h 23m
€76–147
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter
3. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
4. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Ave
16h 42m
€176–404
Drive 1,076.2 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Alicantecar 1,076.2 km
11h 36m
€168–243
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane BOD - ALC
7h 25m
€87–238
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane NTE - ALC
6h 49m
€79–243
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Valenciabus FlixBus N1136
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Alicantebus Alsa - 710 / ...
18h 43m
€91–164

La Rochelle to Alicante by train and foot

20Weekly Services

16h 42mAverage Duration

€176Cheapest Price

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Distance: 896.3 km
Duration: 8h 8m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Alicante, Spain?

Ryanair and easyJet fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia, San Sebastian/Donostia, and Madrid Chamartín in around 16h 42m.

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