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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez is to bus via Nantes which costs €25 - €45 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Douarnenez?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Douarnenez. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Office de Tourisme via Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles and Gare Routière SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Douarnenez?

The distance between La Rochelle and Douarnenez is 456 km. The road distance is 385.3 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Douarnenez?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs €70 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Douarnenez bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Douarnenez bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Douarnenez?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Douarnenez is 385 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from La Rochelle to Douarnenez.

Where can I stay near Douarnenez?

There are 1184+ hotels available in Douarnenez.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez by train (TGV), 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
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to Quimpertrain Ter / ...
6h 37m
€73–164
Bus via Nantes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Nantesbus N723 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Quimperbus 1713
7h 57m
€26–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Nantes - Haluchère-Batignollesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles to Quimper - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 27m
€45–66
Drive 385.3 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Douarnenezcar 385.3 km
4h 22m
€59–85

La Rochelle to Douarnenez by train and bus

39Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Douarnenez.

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Distance: 456.4 km
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Office de Tourisme via Nantes, Quimper, and Gare Routière SNCF in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Office de Tourisme via Nantes - Haluchère-Batignolles, Quimper - Bus Station, and Gare Routière SNCF in around 7h 27m.

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