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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Varetz is to bus via Lp Lavoisier which costs €29 - €60 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Varetz is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Varetz?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Varetz. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Mairie via Bordeaux, P.E. Brive Laroche and Lp Lavoisier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Varetz?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Varetz. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Varetz via Bordeaux St Jean and Brive La Gaillarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Varetz?

The distance between La Rochelle and Varetz is 402 km. The road distance is 289.3 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Varetz without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from La Rochelle to Varetz, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Varetz?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Varetz is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus via Lp Lavoisier, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Varetz bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Rochelle to Varetz train arrive?

La Rochelle to Varetz 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 Varetz?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Varetz is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from La Rochelle to Varetz.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Rochelle to Varetz by train, 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 Brive La Gaillardetrain Ter
7h 1m
€48–107
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 Brive-la-Gaillardebus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 10m
€15–95
Bus via Lp Lavoisier
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus FlixBus 711 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Brive-la-Gaillardebus 1706 / ...
8h 5m
€30–57
Drive 289.3 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Varetzcar 289.3 km
3h 47m
€45–65

La Rochelle to Varetz by train

18Weekly Trains

7h 1mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Varetz.

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Distance: 402.3 km
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Varetz via Bordeaux St Jean and Brive La Gaillarde in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Mairie via Bordeaux, P.E. Brive Laroche, Universite, and Lp Lavoisier in around 8h 5m.

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