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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Nantes is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Nantes is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Nantes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Nantes. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Nantes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Nantes. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Nantes?

The distance between La Rochelle and Nantes is 178 km. The road distance is 136 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Nantes without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €14 - €40.

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

The train from La Rochelle to Nantes takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

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

La Rochelle to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from La Rochelle station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Nantes?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Nantes is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs €14 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €13 and takes 2h.

Where does the La Rochelle to Nantes bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Nantes train arrive?

La Rochelle to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Nantes?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Nantes is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from La Rochelle to Nantes.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Nantes?

There are 1296+ hotels available in Nantes.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Nantes?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between La Rochelle and Nantes. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

La Rochelle to Nantes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Nantes by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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La Rochelle to Nantes by train

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1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from La Rochelle to Nantes every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–40 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Nantes twice daily. Tickets cost €7–13 and the journey takes 2h.

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