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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux is to rideshare which costs €11 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Bordeaux?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station station and arriving at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Bordeaux?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Bordeaux St Jean. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

The distance between La Rochelle and Bordeaux is 179 km. The road distance is 181.8 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux without a car is to bus which takes 1h 59m and costs €13 - €27.

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

The bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs every two hours.

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

La Rochelle to Bordeaux bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Bordeaux train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux is to bus which takes 1h 59m and costs €13 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Bordeaux bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Bordeaux bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Bordeaux train arrive?

La Rochelle to Bordeaux train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Bordeaux is 182 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from La Rochelle to Bordeaux.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

Book your La Rochelle to Bordeaux train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bordeaux?

There are 2549+ hotels available in Bordeaux.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between La Rochelle and Bordeaux. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

La Rochelle to Bordeaux - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
1h 59m
€13–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Bordeauxrideshare 182.7 km
2h 24m
€11
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités / ...
2h 24m
€30–65
Drive 181.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Bordeauxcar 181.8 km
1h 50m
€29–42

La Rochelle to Bordeaux by bus

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Distance: 179 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–27 and the journey takes 1h 59m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jean hourly. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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