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 which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 45m.

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 45m and costs €60 - €90.

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 once 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 and arriving at Hendaye via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Irun?

The distance between La Rochelle and Irun is 398 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 bus which takes 5h 45m and costs €30 - €45.

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

The bus from La Rochelle to Hendaye takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

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 station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Irun?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Irun is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €120 and takes 6h 1m.

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 Saint-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 45m to drive from La Rochelle to Irun.

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

Book your La Rochelle to Irun train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your La Rochelle to Irun bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Irun?

There are 2174+ hotels available in Irun.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Irun 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 to HendayeFlixBus N711
5h 45m
€30–45
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus StopBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to HendayeBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 5m
€18–120
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to HendayeTer / ...
6h 1m
€41–118
Drive 400.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Irun400.8 km
3h 45m
€63–90

La Rochelle to Irun by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 45mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Irun.

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Distance: 398.4 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Hendaye once daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to Hendaye via Bordeaux St Jean in around 6h 1m.

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