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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Tarbes is to bus via Lourdes - Gare SNCF which costs €35 - €50 and takes 9h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Tarbes is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Tarbes?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Tarbes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Tarbes via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Tarbes?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Tarbes. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Tarbes via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Tarbes?

The distance between La Rochelle and Tarbes is 486 km. The road distance is 398.9 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Tarbes without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from La Rochelle to Tarbes, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Tarbes?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Tarbes is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €100 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Tarbes bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Tarbes train arrive?

La Rochelle to Tarbes 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 Tarbes?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Tarbes is 399 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from La Rochelle to Tarbes.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tarbes?

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Tarbes by train (TGV), 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
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Tarbestrain Tgv
6h 29m
€42–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Tarbesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 25m
€23–100
Drive 398.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Tarbescar 398.9 km
4h 11m
€62–89
Bus via Lourdes - Gare SNCF
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus FlixBus 711 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Lourdesbus N765
9h 24m
€36–47

La Rochelle to Tarbes by train

38Weekly Trains

6h 29mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 485.7 km
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Tarbes, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Tarbes via Bordeaux St Jean in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Tarbes via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop in around 7h 25m.

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