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 - €60 and takes 7h 30m.

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?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at San Sebastian / Donostia via Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

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 7h 1m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The distance between La Rochelle and Basque Country is 448 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 train which takes 7h 1m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country, including transfers.

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 train which takes 7h 1m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Basque Country bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Basque Country bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux 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 1644+ 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 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 Hendayetrain Ter / ...
7h 1m
€43–86
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
7h 30m
€7–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus N746 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1149 / ...
7h 25m
€30–58
Drive 418.6 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 418.6 km
3h 59m
€65–94

La Rochelle to Basque Country by train

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Basque Country.

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Distance: 448.3 km
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Amara-Donostia via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostia via Bordeaux in around 7h 25m.

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