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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Charente is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Charente is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Charente?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Charente. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Géant Ouest via Saintes and Angoulême Gare SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Charente?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Charente. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Angouleme via Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Charente?

The distance between La Rochelle and Charente is 155 km. The road distance is 132.7 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Charente without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €25 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from La Rochelle to Charente, including transfers.

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

La Rochelle to Charente bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Charente?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Charente is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Charente bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Charente bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Saintes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Charente train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Charente?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Charente is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from La Rochelle to Charente.

Where can I stay near Charente?

There are 597+ hotels available in Charente.

La Rochelle to Charente - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from La Rochelle to Charente by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Saintestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Saintes to Angoulemetrain Ter
3h 25m
€26–50
Drive 132.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Charentecar 132.7 km
1h 57m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle Ville to Saintesbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Saintes to Angoulemebus Autocar
5h 32m
€28–39

La Rochelle to Charente by train and bus

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3h 25mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.6 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to La Bisaiguë via Saintes, Angouleme, and Angoulême Gare SNCF in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle Ville to Géant Ouest via Saintes, Angouleme, and Angoulême Gare SNCF in around 5h 32m.

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