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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Istres is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €60 - €110 and takes 14h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Istres is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs €65 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Istres?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Istres. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Gare Istres via Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and Pem Mtg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Istres?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Istres. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Istres via Marne La Vallee Chessy, Marseille St Charles and Miramas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Istres?

The distance between La Rochelle and Istres is 639 km. The road distance is 773.3 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Istres without a car is to train via Lagny-sur-Marne which takes 8h 32m and costs €210 - €460.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from La Rochelle to Istres, including transfers.

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

La Rochelle to Istres bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

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

La Rochelle to Istres train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train, bus or fly from La Rochelle to Istres?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Istres is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs €65 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Lagny-sur-Marne, which costs €210 - €460 and takes 8h 32m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €130 and takes 13h 50m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Istres bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Istres bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Istres train arrive?

La Rochelle to Istres train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Marne La Vallee Chessy station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Istres?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Istres is 773 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from La Rochelle to Istres.

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

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Where can I stay near Istres?

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La Rochelle to Istres - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from La Rochelle to Istres by plane, train (TGV, Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
best
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane LRH - MRS
3h 45m
€66–247
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N711 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Marseille Airportbus 1628
14h 44m
€63–110
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Marne La Vallee Chessytrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Marne La Vallee Chessy to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Miramastrain Ter
8h 32m
€213–457
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
13h 50m
€74–127
Drive 773.3 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Istrescar 773.3 km
7h 13m
€122–176
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane NTE - MRS
6h 1m
€93–247
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane BOD - MRS
6h 40m
€96–242
Train to Tours Val De Loire Airport, fly
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des Corpstrain
2. Fly from Tours Val De Loire Airport (TUF) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane TUF - MRS
5h 21m
€135–463
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Nimestrain
3. Take the train from Nimes to Miramastrain Ter
10h 37m
€135–280

La Rochelle to Istres by train

6Weekly Trains

8h 32mAverage Duration

€213Cheapest Price

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Distance: 639.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Istres, France?

Ryanair flies from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Istres via Marne La Vallee Chessy, Marseille St Charles, and Miramas in around 8h 32m.

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