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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Carcassonne is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Carcassonne is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Carcassonne via Toulouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Carcassonne via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Carcassonne?

The distance between La Rochelle and Carcassonne is 541 km. The road distance is 511.6 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Carcassonne without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from La Rochelle to Carcassonne, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Carcassonne?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Carcassonne is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Carcassonne bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Carcassonne train arrive?

La Rochelle to Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Carcassonne is 512 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from La Rochelle to Carcassonne.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Carcassonne?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Carcassonne.

La Rochelle to Carcassonne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Carcassonne by train, bus, car, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to CarcassonneIntercités
6h 38m
€38–93
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to CarcassonneTer / ...
6h 39m
€25–112
Drive 511.6 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Carcassonne511.6 km
4h 43m
€79–113
Train, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)NTE - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonne
6h 30m
€64–197
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to ToulouseFlixBus N1136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to CarcassonneFlixBus 1721 / ...
7h 20m
€39–57

La Rochelle to Carcassonne by train

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6h 38mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 541.2 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Carcassonne via Bordeaux St Jean in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Carcassonne via Toulouse in around 7h 20m.

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