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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Irun is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Irun is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Irun?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Hendaye. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Irun?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Irun. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Hendaye via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Irun?

The distance between La Rochelle and Irun is 427 km. The road distance is 400.8 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Irun without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs €80 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from La Rochelle to Irun, including transfers.

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

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

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

La Rochelle to Irun 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 Irun?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Irun is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs €80 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Irun bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Irun bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hendaye station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Irun train arrive?

La Rochelle to Irun 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 Irun?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Irun is 401 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from La Rochelle to Irun.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Irun?

Book your La Rochelle to Irun bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Irun?

There are 2133+ hotels available in Irun.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Irun 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 / ...
5h 34m
€83–128
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 Hendayebus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 5m
€31–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Hendayebus FlixBus N711
5h 45m
€35–55
Drive 400.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Iruncar 400.8 km
3h 48m
€74–106

La Rochelle to Irun by train

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Distance: 426.9 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Hendaye via Bordeaux St Jean in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Hendaye twice daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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