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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Bilbao is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €19 - €130 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Bilbao is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Bilbao. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Bilbao?

The distance between La Rochelle and Bilbao is 515 km. The road distance is 513.9 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs €30 - €95.

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

The bus from La Rochelle to Bilbao takes 7h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Bilbao bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Bilbao is 514 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from La Rochelle to Bilbao.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1645+ hotels available in Bilbao.

La Rochelle to Bilbao - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Bilbao by bus, car, train, or plane

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 BilbaoFlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 25m
€30–95
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus StopBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to BilbaoBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 5m
€19–130
Drive 513.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Bilbao513.9 km
4h 54m
€80–116
Train, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)NTE - BIO
9h 12m
€87–220

La Rochelle to Bilbao by bus

20Weekly Buses

7h 25mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 515 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Bilbao 3 times a day. Tickets cost €30–95 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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