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 €25 - €40 and takes 7h 43m.

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 station to Espelette. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via Place des Basques. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

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 7h 18m and costs €16 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Espelette?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Espelette is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs €16 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €120 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Espelette bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Espelette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop 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 1988+ 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 - Bus Station to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 18m
€16–80
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 18m
€41–113
Drive 387 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Espelettecar 387 km
3h 44m
€59–85
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus N746 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1149 / ...
7h 43m
€25–40

La Rochelle to Espelette by bus and foot

18Weekly Services

7h 18mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost €16–80 and the journey takes 5h 10m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a week. 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 18m.

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