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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Elche is to train and fly which costs €70 - €210 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Elche is to train and fly which takes 7h 3m and costs €70 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Elche?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Elche. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Elche via Estació d'Autobusos de València. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Elche?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Elche. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Elche/Elx-Parc via Bordeaux St Jean, Narbonne, Figueres Vilafant and Alicante/Alacant-Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 51m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Elche?

The distance between La Rochelle and Elche is 1197 km. The road distance is 1091.2 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Elche without a car is to train via Figueres which takes 17h 51m and costs €110 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from La Rochelle to Elche, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from La Rochelle to Elche?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Elche is to train via Figueres which takes 17h 51m and costs €110 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €100 - €160 and takes 19h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €400 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Elche bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Elche bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Valencia station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Elche train arrive?

La Rochelle to Elche train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Elche?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Elche is 1091 km. It takes approximately 11h 34m to drive from La Rochelle to Elche.

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

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La Rochelle to Elche - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from La Rochelle to Elche by train, plane, train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, or train (TGV, Renfe, Ouigo)

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

Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)NTE - ALC
7h 3m
€72–210
Train via Figueres
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-JeanTer
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Narbonne
3. Take the train from Narbonne to Figueres Vilafant
4. Take the train from Figueres Vilafant to Alacant/Alicante TerminalEur
17h 51m
€113–316
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to ValenciaFlixBus N1136
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to ElcheAlsa
19h 30m
€102–153
Drive 1,091.2 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Elche1,091.2 km
11h 34m
€170–245
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)BOD - ALC
7h 34m
€73–198
Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)LRH - ALC
10h 51m
€108–393
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-JeanTer
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to St Jean De Luz CiboureTer
3. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
4. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante TerminalAve
18h 16m
€101–310

La Rochelle to Elche by train

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17h 51mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,197.1 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Elche, Spain?

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Elche/Elx-Parc via Bordeaux St Jean, Narbonne, Figueres Vilafant, Alicante-Terminal, and Alicante/Alacant-Terminal in around 17h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Elche via Valencia and Estació d'Autobusos de València in around 19h 30m.

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