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 €27 - €55 and takes 6h 48m.

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 54m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Hondarribia?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Hondarribia. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Hondarribia - Sabin Arana Goiri 8 Parean via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and Donostia - Renfe Geltokia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Hondarribia?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Hondarribia. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Hendaye via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

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 16m and costs €75 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

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

La Rochelle to Hondarribia train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from La Rochelle Ville 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 16m and costs €75 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bordeaux, which costs €27 - €55 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Hondarribia bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Hondarribia bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Hondarribia train arrive?

La Rochelle to Hondarribia train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean 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 54m to drive from La Rochelle to Hondarribia.

Where can I stay near Hondarribia?

There are 2346+ hotels available in Hondarribia.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter / ...
6h 16m
€76–129
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
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 San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 48m
€28–55
Drive 404.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Hondarribiacar 404.9 km
3h 54m
€66–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 5m
€29–55

La Rochelle to Hondarribia by train and bus

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Distance: 427.8 km
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Ville via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, and Gare Centre d’Hendaye ~ Hendaia Hiri-barneko Geltokia in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Hondarribia - Sabin Arana Goiri 8 Parean via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop, San Sebastián - Bus Station, and Donostia - Renfe Geltokia in around 6h 48m.

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