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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Ascain is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Ascain is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Ascain?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Ascain. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Place ~ Plaza via Place des Basques and Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Ascain?

The distance between La Rochelle and Ascain is 420 km. The road distance is 392.7 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Ascain without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from La Rochelle to Ascain, including transfers.

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

La Rochelle to Ascain bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Ascain?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Ascain is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Ascain bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Ascain bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayonne station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Ascain?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Ascain is 393 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from La Rochelle to Ascain.

Where can I stay near Ascain?

There are 1951+ hotels available in Ascain.

La Rochelle to Ascain - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from La Rochelle to Ascain by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to St Jean De Luz Cibouretrain Ter / ...
6h 40m
€42–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 14m
€29–45
Drive 392.7 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Ascaincar 392.7 km
3h 46m
€61–88

La Rochelle to Ascain by train and bus

65Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Ascain.

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Distance: 420.3 km
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Lur Eder via Bordeaux St Jean, St Jean De Luz Ciboure, and Halte Routière in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Bayonne once daily. Tickets cost €29–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily.

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