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 6h 18m.

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 €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Zarautz?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle station to Zarautz. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station and arriving at Zarautz - Zubiaurrezahar Kalea 1 - Bus Geltokia via Donostia - Donostiako Autobus Geltokia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

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 55m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Zarautz?

The distance between La Rochelle and Zarautz is 435 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 bus which takes 6h 18m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus 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 bus which takes 6h 18m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €140 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Zarautz bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Zarautz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at San Sebastián - Bus 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 1447+ 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 bus, train (TGV), or car

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1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 18m
€33–58
Train
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 55m
€71–136
Drive 436.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Zarautzcar 436.8 km
4h 7m
€71–102
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N711 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 48m
€35–62

La Rochelle to Zarautz by bus

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Distance: 435.3 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to San Sebastián - Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 5h 30m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Zarautz via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 7h 55m.

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