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 which costs €26 - €45 and takes 6h 25m.

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 - €100.

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 six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 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 6h 55m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Basque Country?

The distance between La Rochelle and Basque Country is 419 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 25m and costs €26 - €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 25m including transfers and departs six times a week.

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 25m and costs €26 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €160 and takes 6h 55m.

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 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 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 N1158
6h 25m
€26–45
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
7h 30m
€23–68
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 55m
€70–158
Drive 418.6 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 418.6 km
3h 59m
€67–97

La Rochelle to Basque Country by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 25mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 419 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostia 6 times a week. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Amara-Donostia via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 6h 55m.

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