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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Saintes is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Saintes is to drive which takes 49 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Saintes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Saintes. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Saintes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Saintes. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Saintes?

The distance between La Rochelle and Saintes is 71 km. The road distance is 71.7 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Saintes without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs €8 - €21.

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

The bus from La Rochelle to Saintes takes 1h including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Saintes?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Saintes is to bus which takes 1h and costs €8 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €15 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Saintes bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Saintes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Saintes?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Saintes is 72 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from La Rochelle to Saintes.

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

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

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

Book your La Rochelle to Saintes bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Saintes?

There are 611+ hotels available in Saintes.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Saintes?

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

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

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

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La Rochelle to Saintes by bus

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Saintes.

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Distance: 71.1 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to Saintes 5 times a week. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from La Rochelle Ville to Saintes hourly. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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