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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Challans is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Challans is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Challans?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Challans. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Gare SNCF via Pem-Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Challans?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Challans. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Challans via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Challans?

The distance between La Rochelle and Challans is 144 km. The road distance is 116.4 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Challans without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from La Rochelle to Challans, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Challans?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Challans is to bus which takes 3h 11m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €55 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Challans bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Challans bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Roche sur Yon station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Challans train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Challans?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Challans is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from La Rochelle to Challans.

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

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Where can I stay near Challans?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Challans.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Challans by train, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to La Roche-sur-Yon591A / ...
2. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare SNCFVxp
2h 49m
Drive 116.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Challans116.4 km
1h 40m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to La Roche sur YonN723
2. Take the bus from Pem-Sncf to Gare SNCFVxp
3h 11m
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to ChallansTer
3h 42m
€24–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Challans.

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Distance: 143.6 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from La Rochelle to Gare SNCF via Pem-Sncf in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Challans via Nantes in around 3h 42m.

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