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

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Zarautz is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Zarautz is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Zarautz?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Zarautz. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Zarautz - Zubiaurrezahar Kalea 1 - Bus Geltokia via Donostia - Donostiako Autobus Geltokia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Zarautz?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Zarautz. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Zarautz via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaia and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Zarautz?

The distance between La Rochelle and Zarautz is 471 km. The road distance is 436.8 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Zarautz without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs €85 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from La Rochelle to Zarautz, including transfers.

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

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

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

La Rochelle to Zarautz 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 Zarautz?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Zarautz is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs €85 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Zarautz bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Zarautz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at San Sebastian / Donostia station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Zarautz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Zarautz?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Zarautz is 437 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from La Rochelle to Zarautz.

Where can I stay near Zarautz?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Zarautz.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter / ...
7h 8m
€86–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N711 / ...
7h 13m
€30–60
Drive 436.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Zarautzcar 436.8 km
4h 7m
€83–120
Bus via Irun
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Irunbus FlixBus N1158
7h 34m
€40–61

La Rochelle to Zarautz by train

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Distance: 471.5 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Zarautz, Spain?

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Zarautz via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from La Rochelle to San Sebastian / Donostia 5 times a day. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 6h 25m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a day.

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