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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg is to rideshare which costs €30 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Cherbourg?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Cherbourg. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Cherbourg-Gare via Rennes-Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Cherbourg?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Cherbourg. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Cherbourg via Nantes, Rennes and Lison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Cherbourg?

The distance between La Rochelle and Cherbourg is 450 km. The road distance is 443.9 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg without a car is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Cherbourg?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €230 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Cherbourg bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Cherbourg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rennes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Cherbourg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Cherbourg?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Cherbourg is 444 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from La Rochelle to Cherbourg.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Cherbourg?

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Where can I stay near Cherbourg?

There are 601+ hotels available in Cherbourg.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Cherbourg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between La Rochelle and Cherbourg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Rennesbus FlixBus N711 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rennes-Gare Routiere to Cherbourg-Garebus C<>R
7h 35m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Cherbourg-Octevillerideshare 444.4 km
6h 2m
€30
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to Rennestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Rennes to Lisontrain C12 / ...
4. Take the train from Lison to Cherbourgtrain K2+ / ...
9h 14m
€102–224
Drive 443.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Cherbourgcar 443.9 km
5h 27m
€69–99

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Cherbourg.

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Distance: 450.1 km
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Cherbourg, Normandy, France?

You can take a bus from La Rochelle to Cherbourg-Gare via Rennes and Rennes-Gare Routiere in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Cherbourg via Nantes, Rennes, and Lison in around 9h 14m.

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