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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Elche is to bus which costs €80 - €160 and takes 18h 12m.

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 6h 59m and costs €80 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Elche?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Elche. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Elche via Estació d'Autobusos de València. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 12m.

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 57m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Elche?

The distance between La Rochelle and Elche is 902 km. The road distance is 1089.2 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 which takes 17h 57m and costs €170 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus 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 fly which takes 8h 12m and costs €85 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €400 and takes 17h 57m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €160 and takes 18h 12m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Elche bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Elche bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Estació d'Autobusos de València 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 1089 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 plane, train (TGV, Renfe), 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.

Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane LRH - ALC
8h 12m
€86–299
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane NTE - ALC
6h 59m
€82–240
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Narbonnetrain
3. Take the train from Narbonne to Figueres Vilafanttrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Figueres Vilafant to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Eur
17h 57m
€179–395
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Elchebus Alsa / ...
18h 12m
€84–156
Drive 1,089.2 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Elchecar 1,089.2 km
11h 34m
€171–246
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane BOD - ALC
7h 30m
€89–236
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Valenciabus FlixBus N1136
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Elchebus Alsa / ...
19h 32m
€95–167

La Rochelle to Elche by train

7Weekly Trains

17h 57mAverage Duration

€179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 901.7 km
Duration: 8h 12m

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

Ryanair and easyJet fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) 6 times a week. Alternatively, 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 57m.

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