What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes is to rideshare which costs €14 - €16 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Gare de Rennes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Rennes. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Gare de Rennes?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Rennes via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

The distance between La Rochelle and Gare de Rennes is 248 km. The road distance is 242 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €13 - €60.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

The bus from La Rochelle to Rennes takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes bus from?

La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €13 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €95 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rennes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes train arrive?

La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

Book your La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

Book your La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gare de Rennes?

There are 950+ hotels available in Gare de Rennes.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between La Rochelle and Gare de Rennes. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes by bus, train (TGV), car, or rideshare

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 RennesFlixBus N1136 / ...
3h 35m
€13–60
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to RennesTer / ...
4h 3m
€34–90
Drive 242 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes242 km
2h 50m
€37–54
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Rennes243.5 km
3h 44m
€14–16

La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes by bus

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Gare de Rennes.

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Distance: 247.8 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Gare de Rennes, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Rennes once daily. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 3h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Rennes via Nantes in around 4h 3m.

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