What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €7 - €110 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at San Sebastian / Donostia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Basque Country?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Amara-Donostia via Bordeaux St Jean and Hendaia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The distance between La Rochelle and Basque Country is 416 km. The road distance is 418.6 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostia takes 6h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Basque Country bus from?

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

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Basque Country train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €130 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Basque Country bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Basque Country bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at San Sebastian / Donostia station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Basque Country train arrive?

La Rochelle to Basque Country 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 Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Basque Country is 419 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from La Rochelle to Basque Country.

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

Book your La Rochelle to Basque Country bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 1598+ hotels available in Basque Country.

La Rochelle to Basque Country - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country by bus, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1721 / ...
6h 5m
€30–45
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 50m
€7–110
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter / ...
6h 53m
€42–121
Drive 418.6 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 418.6 km
3h 59m
€66–95

La Rochelle to Basque Country by bus

9Weekly Buses

6h 5mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415.9 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostia once daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Amara-Donostia via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 6h 53m.

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