What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo is to bus via Nantes which costs €25 - €40 and takes 7h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Saint-Malo?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Saint-Malo. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Saint-Malo via Rennes - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Saint-Malo?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at St Malo via Nantes and Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

The distance between La Rochelle and Saint-Malo is 408 km. The road distance is 312.2 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €45 - €170.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Saint-Malo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Saint-Malo train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €75 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Saint-Malo bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Saint-Malo bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Rennes - Bus Station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Saint-Malo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Saint-Malo is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo?

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Where can I stay near Saint-Malo?

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La Rochelle to Saint-Malo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to Rennestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Rennes to St Malotrain Ter
5h 40m
€48–164
Bus via Nantes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Nantesbus 701
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Rennesbus 712 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Eglise Notre-Damebus 507
7h 36m
€25–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Rennes - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Saint-Malobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 45m
€26–71
Drive 312.2 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Saint-Malocar 312.2 km
3h 36m
€48–69

La Rochelle to Saint-Malo by train

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo.

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Distance: 408.3 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Saint-Malo, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle to St Malo via Nantes and Rennes in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Saint-Malo via Rennes - Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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