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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Espalion is to bus which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Espalion is to drive which takes 6h 6m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Espalion?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Espalion. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Espalion?

The distance between La Rochelle and Espalion is 591 km. The road distance is 460.4 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Espalion without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs €50 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from La Rochelle to Espalion, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Espalion?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Espalion is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs €50 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €240 and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Espalion bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Espalion bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Toulouse station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Espalion?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Espalion is 460 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from La Rochelle to Espalion.

Where can I stay near Espalion?

There are 557+ hotels available in Espalion.

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

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

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 Toulousebus FlixBus N1136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to Rodezbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 45m
€54–76
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Toulouse Matabiautrain
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Rodeztrain Ter
10h 37m
€58–237
Drive 460.4 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Espalioncar 460.4 km
6h 6m
€69–100
Train, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane NTE - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Rodeztrain
9h 58m
€78–278
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Brive-la-Gaillardebus N746
2. Take the train from Brive La Gaillarde to Rodeztrain Ter
11h
€60–106

La Rochelle to Espalion by bus

5Weekly Buses

9h 45mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 591.3 km
Duration: 9h 45m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Espalion, Occitanie, France?

You can take a bus from La Rochelle to ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Toulouse, Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station, Rodez, and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Bordeaux St Jean, Toulouse Matabiau, Rodez, and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière in around 10h 37m.

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