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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Ambert is to bus and train which costs €55 - €110 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Ambert is to drive which takes 6h 22m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Ambert?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Ambert. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Gare via Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere and Pôle Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 29m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Ambert?

The distance between La Rochelle and Ambert is 1018 km. The road distance is 470.8 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Ambert without a car is to train and taxi which takes 9h 16m and costs €260 - €440.

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

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from La Rochelle to Ambert, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Ambert bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Ambert bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Ambert?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Ambert is 471 km. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from La Rochelle to Ambert.

Where can I stay near Ambert?

There are 216+ hotels available in Ambert.

La Rochelle to Ambert - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Ambert by train, taxi, 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.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne Chateaucreuxtrain Ter
4. Take the taxi from Montbrison to Amberttaxi
9h 16m
€268–439
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochefort to Clermont-Ferrandbus N746
2. Take the train from Clermont Ferrand to Brioudetrain Ter
13h 56m
€57–106
Drive 470.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Ambertcar 470.8 km
6h 22m
€72–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere to Le Puy En Velaybus
3. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to Garebus H27
14h 29m
€69–116

La Rochelle to Ambert by train and bus

2Weekly Services

13h 56mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,017.9 km
Duration: 9h 16m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Gare via Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop, Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere, Le Puy En Velay, and Pôle Intermodal in around 14h 29m.

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