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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €35 - €50 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Cauterets?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Cauterets. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at CAUTERETS - Gare via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and LOURDES - Gare SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Cauterets?

The distance between La Rochelle and Cauterets is 497 km. The road distance is 440.7 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets without a car is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Cauterets?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €95 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Cauterets bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Cauterets?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Cauterets is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from La Rochelle to Cauterets.

Where can I stay near Cauterets?

There are 2627+ hotels available in Cauterets.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets 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 Bordeaux Saint-Jean591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to LourdesTgv
8h 4m
€41–108
Bus
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 LourdesBlaBlaCar Bus
9h 3m
€24–95
Drive 440.7 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Cauterets440.7 km
4h 40m
€67–97
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to BordeauxFlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to LourdesN765
9h 18m
€37–49

La Rochelle to Cauterets by train and bus

38Weekly Services

8h 4mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Cauterets.

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Distance: 497.4 km
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to CAUTERETS - Gare via Bordeaux St Jean, Lourdes, and LOURDES - Gare SNCF in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to CAUTERETS - Gare via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop, Lourdes, and LOURDES - Gare SNCF in around 9h 3m.

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