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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Hondarribia is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €29 - €50 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Hondarribia is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Hondarribia?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Hondarribia. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Hondarribia - Sabin Arana Goiri 8 Parean via Donostia - Renfe Geltokia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Hondarribia?

The distance between La Rochelle and Hondarribia is 428 km. The road distance is 404.9 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Hondarribia without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €65 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from La Rochelle to Hondarribia, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Hondarribia?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Hondarribia is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €65 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Hondarribia bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Hondarribia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at San Sebastian / Donostia station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Hondarribia?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Hondarribia is 405 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from La Rochelle to Hondarribia.

Where can I stay near Hondarribia?

There are 2549+ hotels available in Hondarribia.

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter / ...
6h 19m
€70–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 8m
€29–60
Drive 404.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Hondarribiacar 404.9 km
3h 53m
€64–92
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N711 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 52m
€30–47

La Rochelle to Hondarribia by train and bus

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6h 19mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Hondarribia.

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Distance: 427.8 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Ville via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, and Gare Centre d’Hendaye ~ Hendaia Hiri-barneko Geltokia in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostia 3 times a day. Tickets cost €29–50 and the journey takes 6h 5m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily.

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