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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Pontevedra is to bus which costs €50 - €90 and takes 18h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Pontevedra is to fly and towncar which takes 7h 9m and costs €330 - €600.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Pontevedra?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Pontevedra. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Pontevedra via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 34m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Pontevedra?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Pontevedra. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Pontevedra via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaia, San Sebastian/Donostia and Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 7m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Pontevedra?

The distance between La Rochelle and Pontevedra is 1224 km. The road distance is 1133.3 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Pontevedra without a car is to train which takes 18h 7m and costs €160 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from La Rochelle to Pontevedra, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Pontevedra?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Pontevedra is to train which takes 18h 7m and costs €160 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus via Santiago de Compostela, which costs €85 - €130 and takes 18h 34m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Pontevedra bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Pontevedra bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Pontevedra train arrive?

La Rochelle to Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Pontevedra is 1133 km. It takes approximately 11h 18m to drive from La Rochelle to Pontevedra.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pontevedra?

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La Rochelle to Pontevedra - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, towncar, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from La Rochelle to Pontevedra by train, plane, towncar, train (TGV, Renfe), bus, 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.

Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane NTE - OPO
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Pontevedratowncar
9h 14m
€267–416
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus 701
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Borde to Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Valençabus
3. Take the bus from Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Valença to Pontevedrabus
18h 45m
€55–86
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter
3. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
4. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Pontevedratrain Ave
18h 7m
€160–293
Bus via Santiago de Compostela
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Santiago de Compostela - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedrabus
18h 34m
€85–125
Drive 1,133.3 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Pontevedracar 1,133.3 km
11h 18m
€179–258
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly to Vigo
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Vigo (VGO)plane NTE - VGO
11h 6m
€120–292
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane BOD - OPO
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Pontevedratowncar
10h 11m
€265–432
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly to Vigo
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Vigo (VGO)plane BOD - VGO
10h 23m
€113–328
Fly La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane LRH - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Pontevedratowncar
7h 9m
€331–566

La Rochelle to Pontevedra by train and foot

17Weekly Services

18h 7mAverage Duration

€160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,223.8 km
Duration: 9h 14m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Pontevedra via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia, San Sebastian/Donostia, and Madrid Chamartín in around 18h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Pontevedra via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop, Santiago de Compostela - Bus Station, and Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela in around 18h 34m.

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