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 which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 50m.

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?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Saint-Malo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

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 319 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 bus which takes 4h 50m and costs €26 - €40.

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

The bus from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo takes 4h 50m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

La Rochelle to Saint-Malo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle 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 bus which takes 4h 50m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €170 and takes 5h 40m.

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

La Rochelle to Saint-Malo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saint-Malo 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?

Book your La Rochelle to Saint-Malo train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your La Rochelle to Saint-Malo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Saint-Malo?

There are 2540+ hotels available in Saint-Malo.

La Rochelle to Saint-Malo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo by bus, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Saint-Malobus FlixBus N1721
4h 50m
€26–40
Train
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
Drive 312.2 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Saint-Malocar 312.2 km
3h 36m
€48–70

La Rochelle to Saint-Malo by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 50mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 318.8 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Saint-Malo once daily. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle to St Malo via Nantes and Rennes in around 5h 40m.

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