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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime is to bus which costs €5 - €11 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Charente-Maritime?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Saintes. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime?

The distance between La Rochelle and Charente-Maritime is 71 km. The road distance is 66.6 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs €5 - €11.

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

The bus from La Rochelle to Saintes takes 55 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

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

La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saintes station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime is 67 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime?

Book your La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Charente-Maritime?

There are 599+ hotels available in Charente-Maritime.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Saintesbus N746
55 min
€5–11
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Saintestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Coteauxbus A
2h 10m
Drive 66.6 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritimecar 66.6 km
53 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from La Rochelle to Charente-Maritimetaxi 66.6 km
53 min
€130–160

La Rochelle to Charente-Maritime by bus

9Weekly Buses

55 minAverage Duration

€5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.1 km
Duration: 55 min

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Saintes 5 times a week. Tickets cost €5–9 and the journey takes 55 min. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week.

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