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 €27 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Bordeaux?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Bordeaux. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Bordeaux?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Bordeaux Saint-Jean. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

The distance between La Rochelle and Bordeaux is 178 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 2h 10m and costs €15 - €29.

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

The bus from La Rochelle to Bordeaux takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Bordeaux?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €15 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Bordeaux bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux 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 Saint-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 2233+ 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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Bordeaux by bus, train, rideshare, 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 Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2h 10m
€15–29
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 to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2h 23m
€16–35
Drive 181.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Bordeauxcar 181.8 km
1h 50m
€28–41

La Rochelle to Bordeaux by bus

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2h 10mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.3 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Bordeaux twice daily. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 10m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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