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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Saumur is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Saumur is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Saumur?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Saumur. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Saumur via La Roche Sur Yon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Saumur?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Saumur. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Saumur via Saint-Pierre-des-Corps. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Saumur?

The distance between La Rochelle and Saumur is 307 km. The road distance is 166.8 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Saumur without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €35 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from La Rochelle to Saumur, including transfers.

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

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

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

La Rochelle to Saumur train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Saumur?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Saumur is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Saumur bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Saumur bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Roche sur Yon station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Saumur train arrive?

La Rochelle to Saumur train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at St Pierre Des Corps station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Saumur?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Saumur is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from La Rochelle to Saumur.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to St Pierre Des Corpstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Saint-Pierre-des-Corps to Saumurtrain 121A / ...
3h 17m
€38–76
Drive 166.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Saumurcar 166.8 km
2h 40m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to La Roche sur Yonbus N723
2. Take the bus from La Roche Sur Yon to Saumurbus Autocar
5h 27m
€33–47
Train via La Roche-sur-Yon
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to La Roche-sur-Yontrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from La Roche Sur Yon to Saumurtrain Ter
4h 32m
€33–54

La Rochelle to Saumur by train

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3h 17mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Saumur.

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Distance: 306.8 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Saumur, Pays de la Loire, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Saumur via Saint-Pierre-des-Corps in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Saumur via La Roche sur Yon and La Roche Sur Yon in around 5h 27m.

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