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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Espelette is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €13 - €50 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Espelette is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Espelette?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Espelette. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via Place des Basques. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Espelette?

The distance between La Rochelle and Espelette is 395 km. The road distance is 387 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Espelette without a car is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs €13 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from La Rochelle to Espelette, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Espelette?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Espelette is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs €13 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €120 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Espelette bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Espelette bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayonne station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Espelette?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Espelette is 387 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from La Rochelle to Espelette.

Where can I stay near Espelette?

There are 1907+ hotels available in Espelette.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Espelette by bus, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
6h 53m
€13–45
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to St Jean De Luz Cibouretrain Ter / ...
7h 19m
€39–113
Drive 387 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Espelettecar 387 km
3h 44m
€58–84
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 35m
€13–50

La Rochelle to Espelette by bus and foot

34Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Espelette.

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Distance: 394.8 km
Duration: 6h 53m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Bayonne 3 times a day. Tickets cost €29–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Mendi Alde Bourg via Bordeaux St Jean, St Jean De Luz Ciboure, and Halte Routière in around 7h 19m.

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