What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Saumur Nord -Vivy via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Port Boulet via St Pierre Des Corps and Tours. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

The distance between La Rochelle and Loire Valley is 303 km. The road distance is 170.1 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €80 - €130.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Loire Valley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Loire Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €80 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Loire Valley bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Loire Valley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nantes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Loire Valley train arrive?

La Rochelle to Loire Valley train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at St Pierre Des Corps station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Loire Valley is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from La Rochelle to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 939+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

La Rochelle to Loire Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Tours to Port Boulettrain Ter
3h 32m
€82–123
Drive 170.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Loire Valleycar 170.1 km
2h 49m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Nantesbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Saumur Nord -Vivybus 724
4h 58m
€55–83
Train via La Roche-sur-Yon
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to La Roche Sur Yontrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from La Roche Sur Yon to Saumurtrain Ter
4h 52m
€70–118
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Niorttrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Gare to gare sncfbus 146
3. Take the train from Thouars to Saumurtrain Ter
5h 36m
€48–73

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Distance: 302.8 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Loire Valley, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Loire Valley via St Pierre Des Corps, Tours, and Port Boulet in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Loire Valley via Nantes and Saumur Nord -Vivy in around 4h 58m.

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