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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Descartes is to bus via Tours which costs €23 - €35 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Descartes is to drive which takes 2h and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Descartes?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Descartes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Pierre Ballue via Peupliers and Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Descartes?

The distance between La Rochelle and Descartes is 202 km. The road distance is 191.7 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Descartes without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from La Rochelle to Descartes, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Descartes?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Descartes is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Descartes bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Descartes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Descartes?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Descartes is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from La Rochelle to Descartes.

Where can I stay near Descartes?

There are 402+ hotels available in Descartes.

La Rochelle to Descartes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Descartes by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Ville to PoitiersTer / ...
2. Take the train from Poitiers to Dange-Saint-RomainTer
3h 24m
€50–99
Bus via Tours
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Tours723
2. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Pierre BallueH
7h 9m
€24–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Pierre BallueH
6h 12m
€27–36
Drive 191.7 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Descartes191.7 km
2h
€30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des CorpsTgv
2. Take the bus from Mirabeau to Pierre BallueH
4h 26m
€29–50

La Rochelle to Descartes by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 12mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Descartes.

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Distance: 202.3 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Descartes via Poitiers and Dange-Saint-Romain in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Pierre Ballue via Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station, Peupliers, Gare de Tours 3, and Halte Routière in around 6h 12m.

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