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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Carnac is to bus via Vannes which costs €20 - €55 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Carnac is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Carnac?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Carnac. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Illertissen via Nantes and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Carnac?

The distance between La Rochelle and Carnac is 354 km. The road distance is 275.9 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Carnac without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €45 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from La Rochelle to Carnac, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Carnac?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Carnac is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €45 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Carnac bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Carnac?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Carnac is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from La Rochelle to Carnac.

Where can I stay near Carnac?

There are 2494+ hotels available in Carnac.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Carnac by train (TGV), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to Auraytrain Ter / ...
6h 12m
€46–149
Bus via Vannes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Nantes - Haluchère-Batignollesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles to Vannesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 57m
€20–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Nantesbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Auraybus N1702 / ...
6h 41m
€28–41
Drive 275.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Carnaccar 275.9 km
3h 7m
€42–61

La Rochelle to Carnac by train and bus

37Weekly Services

6h 12mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Carnac.

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Distance: 354.2 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Carnac, Bretagne, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Illertissen via Nantes, Auray, and Gare Routière in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Illertissen via Nantes, Auray, and Gare Routière in around 6h 41m.

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