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 46m.

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 46m 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 Centre 1 - Montsoreau via Gare Routière et SNCF and Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

The distance between La Rochelle and Loire Valley is 320 km. The road distance is 170.9 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 28m and costs €65 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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.

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 28m and costs €65 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Loire Valley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Loire Valley is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from La Rochelle to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 804+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley by train (TGV), 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des CorpsTgv
2. Take the train from Saint-Pierre-des-Corps to Saumur121A / ...
3h 28m
€66–117
Drive 170.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Loire Valley170.9 km
2h 46m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to AngersN723
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzac404 / ...
7h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to NantesTer
2. Take the train from Nantes to Angers St LaudTgv
3. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzac404 / ...
6h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Loire Valley.

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Distance: 319.8 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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 Saint-Pierre-des-Corps and Saumur in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Loire Valley via Gare Routière et SNCF, Gare routière Balzac, Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR, and Centre 1 - Montsoreau in around 7h 50m.

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